REMEMBER... a dictionary can be used to help you do many different things.
A dictionary lists words in ABC order. The guide words help you find the words on each page.
»Read each question below carefully, then click in the white circle next to the correct answer.
»Decide if it is showing you the:
definition guide words entry word parts of speech
1. What are the two words called at the top of the page to help you find the word you are looking for? A) definition B) guide words C) entry word D) parts of speech
2. This tells you the meaning of a word. A) guide words B) definition C) entry word D) parts of speech
3. This lets you know if the word is a noun, verb, or adjective. A) parts of speech B) guide words C) definition D) entry word
4. This gives you the correct spelling of a new word. A) definitions B) guide words C) entry word D) parts of speech
5. These words are in ABC order. A) entry words B) guide words C) parts of speech D) definitions
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dictionary is used to find the meaning
of a word you do not know.
