Dictionary, Glossary, or Thesaurus

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What is a glossary?

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A mini dictionary located at the end of a text that provides definitions of terms used in that text.

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What is a dictionary?

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A book that contains the meanings, pronunciations, and uses of words.

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What is a thesaurus?

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A book that lists words grouped together according to similarity of meaning.

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How can you find the meaning of a word in a science textbook?

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You can look it up in the glossary at the end of the textbook.

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What do you use to check if a word can be a noun or a verb?

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You use a dictionary.

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What is the purpose of a glossary?

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To provide definitions of terms used in a specific text.

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When would you use a thesaurus?

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When you want to find synonyms or antonyms for a word.

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What type of book would you use to find the number of meanings a word has?

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You would use a dictionary.

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What is the difference between a dictionary and a thesaurus?

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A dictionary provides definitions of words, while a thesaurus provides synonyms and antonyms.

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Can a glossary be found in a textbook?

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Yes, a glossary is often found at the end of a textbook.