Dictionaries
What kind of information does a dictionary provide?
Definitions of words
What does a thesaurus help you find?
Synonyms and antonyms
What kind of information does an encyclopedia provide?
General information about many topics
What is an atlas?
A book of maps
What is an almanac?
A book with facts and statistics published yearly
What is an example of a part of speech listed in a dictionary entry?
Noun, verb, adjective
What is a synonym for “happy”?
Joyful, cheerful, glad
What is the difference between a dictionary and an encyclopedia?
Encyclopedias give detailed information; dictionaries define words
What kind of information can you find in an atlas?
Maps, geography, countries, cities
What kind of information can you find in an almanac?
Weather, sports, population, holidays
What does a pronunciation guide in a dictionary help you do?
Say the word correctly
Why would you use a thesaurus when writing?
To find more interesting or precise words
What format are encyclopedias usually organized in?
Alphabetical order
What is a compass rose?
It shows directions (north, south, east, west) to help you understand orientation on a map
How often is an almanac published?
Once a year
What is a guide word in a dictionary?
A word at the top of the page that helps you find words alphabetically
What is an antonym for “cold”?
Hot
Why might you choose an encyclopedia over a website for research?
Encyclopedias are reliable and fact-checked sources
What is a map key (or legend)?
It explains symbols and colors used on a map
Which reference book would help you find the average rainfall in Texas last year?
Almanac
What does the abbreviation “adj.” mean in a dictionary?
Adjective
What is the difference between a dictionary and a thesaurus?
A dictionary gives definitions; A thesaurus gives synonyms and antonyms
Which reference material would be best for finding a detailed article about how volcanoes form?
Encyclopedia
What reference material would help you find the capital of France?
Atlas
What makes an almanac different from an encyclopedia?
Almanacs have short facts and statistics; encyclopedias have detailed articles