Consult Reference Materials for Word Meanings - 6th Grade Writing
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Identify what “n.” means in a dictionary entry.
Identify what “n.” means in a dictionary entry.
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Noun. Standard abbreviation for noun in dictionaries.
Noun. Standard abbreviation for noun in dictionaries.
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Identify what “v.” means in a dictionary entry.
Identify what “v.” means in a dictionary entry.
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Verb. Standard abbreviation for verb in dictionaries.
Verb. Standard abbreviation for verb in dictionaries.
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Which guide words on a print dictionary page help you know the first and last entry on that page?
Which guide words on a print dictionary page help you know the first and last entry on that page?
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Guide words at the top of the page. Shows alphabetical range on each page.
Guide words at the top of the page. Shows alphabetical range on each page.
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What reference source is best for finding a word’s pronunciation, meaning, and part of speech?
What reference source is best for finding a word’s pronunciation, meaning, and part of speech?
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A dictionary. Provides comprehensive word information in one source.
A dictionary. Provides comprehensive word information in one source.
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What reference source is best for finding brief definitions of subject-specific terms in a text?
What reference source is best for finding brief definitions of subject-specific terms in a text?
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A glossary. Located at the end of chapters/books for quick reference.
A glossary. Located at the end of chapters/books for quick reference.
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Which dictionary entry feature tells how to say a word aloud using symbols?
Which dictionary entry feature tells how to say a word aloud using symbols?
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Pronunciation (phonetic spelling/IPA). Shows sounds using special symbols or letters.
Pronunciation (phonetic spelling/IPA). Shows sounds using special symbols or letters.
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Which dictionary entry feature shows whether a word is a noun, verb, adjective, or adverb?
Which dictionary entry feature shows whether a word is a noun, verb, adjective, or adverb?
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Part-of-speech label (e.g., n., v., adj., adv.). Abbreviations indicate grammatical function.
Part-of-speech label (e.g., n., v., adj., adv.). Abbreviations indicate grammatical function.
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Which dictionary feature helps you choose the correct meaning by showing how the word is used in a sentence?
Which dictionary feature helps you choose the correct meaning by showing how the word is used in a sentence?
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Example sentence. Context demonstrates proper usage and meaning.
Example sentence. Context demonstrates proper usage and meaning.
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What dictionary feature shows the base form and related forms of a word (plural, past tense, etc.)?
What dictionary feature shows the base form and related forms of a word (plural, past tense, etc.)?
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Inflected forms / word forms. Shows variations like plurals and conjugations.
Inflected forms / word forms. Shows variations like plurals and conjugations.
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Identify the best reference to confirm whether “record” is a noun or a verb in a sentence.
Identify the best reference to confirm whether “record” is a noun or a verb in a sentence.
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A dictionary (part-of-speech label). Labels show grammatical role in sentences.
A dictionary (part-of-speech label). Labels show grammatical role in sentences.
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Which option is the best source to clarify a word’s meaning as it is used in a specific textbook chapter?
Which option is the best source to clarify a word’s meaning as it is used in a specific textbook chapter?
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The chapter glossary. Contains context-specific definitions for that text.
The chapter glossary. Contains context-specific definitions for that text.
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Identify the best reference to find a more precise synonym for “big” when writing an essay.
Identify the best reference to find a more precise synonym for “big” when writing an essay.
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A thesaurus. Lists words with similar meanings for variety.
A thesaurus. Lists words with similar meanings for variety.
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Which dictionary feature should you check first when a word has multiple numbered definitions?
Which dictionary feature should you check first when a word has multiple numbered definitions?
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The context and the numbered definitions. Match sentence context to appropriate definition.
The context and the numbered definitions. Match sentence context to appropriate definition.
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Identify what “adj.” means in a dictionary entry.
Identify what “adj.” means in a dictionary entry.
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Adjective. Standard abbreviation for adjective in dictionaries.
Adjective. Standard abbreviation for adjective in dictionaries.
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Identify what “adv.” means in a dictionary entry.
Identify what “adv.” means in a dictionary entry.
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Adverb. Standard abbreviation for adverb in dictionaries.
Adverb. Standard abbreviation for adverb in dictionaries.
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Which digital reference-tool feature helps you hear how to pronounce a word?
Which digital reference-tool feature helps you hear how to pronounce a word?
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Audio pronunciation button/icon. Plays recorded pronunciation for listening.
Audio pronunciation button/icon. Plays recorded pronunciation for listening.
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What is the best next step if a thesaurus synonym does not fit your sentence’s meaning?
What is the best next step if a thesaurus synonym does not fit your sentence’s meaning?
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Check the synonym in a dictionary for precise meaning. Verifies exact meaning before using synonym.
Check the synonym in a dictionary for precise meaning. Verifies exact meaning before using synonym.
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What reference source is best for finding synonyms and antonyms for a word?
What reference source is best for finding synonyms and antonyms for a word?
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A thesaurus. Specialized for word relationships and alternatives.
A thesaurus. Specialized for word relationships and alternatives.
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Which option is the best first step if a word has multiple definitions in the dictionary?
Which option is the best first step if a word has multiple definitions in the dictionary?
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Choose the definition that matches the context. Context determines which meaning applies.
Choose the definition that matches the context. Context determines which meaning applies.
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Which option should you consult to verify the exact meaning of “photosynthesis” in a science chapter?
Which option should you consult to verify the exact meaning of “photosynthesis” in a science chapter?
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The science textbook glossary. Contains subject-specific definitions.
The science textbook glossary. Contains subject-specific definitions.
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Identify the best reference to confirm whether a word is formal, informal, or slang.
Identify the best reference to confirm whether a word is formal, informal, or slang.
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A dictionary usage label (register). Shows if word is formal, informal, or slang.
A dictionary usage label (register). Shows if word is formal, informal, or slang.
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Identify the best tool to find a more precise synonym for “big” when writing an essay.
Identify the best tool to find a more precise synonym for “big” when writing an essay.
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A thesaurus. Offers varied word choices for better writing.
A thesaurus. Offers varied word choices for better writing.
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Which dictionary feature tells whether a word is a noun, verb, adjective, or adverb?
Which dictionary feature tells whether a word is a noun, verb, adjective, or adverb?
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Part of speech label. Indicates the word's grammatical function.
Part of speech label. Indicates the word's grammatical function.
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Which dictionary feature tells how a word is said aloud (sound of the word)?
Which dictionary feature tells how a word is said aloud (sound of the word)?
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Pronunciation (phonetic spelling). Shows sounds using special symbols or respelling.
Pronunciation (phonetic spelling). Shows sounds using special symbols or respelling.
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What reference source is best for a word’s meaning as used in a specific textbook or unit?
What reference source is best for a word’s meaning as used in a specific textbook or unit?
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A glossary. Contains specialized terms relevant to that subject.
A glossary. Contains specialized terms relevant to that subject.
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