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Expanding Your Vocabulary

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What is one of the main reasons the author mentions for our languages being very rich?

The need to read lots of books from libraries
Using happy/sad/angry/surprised faces in electronic communication
The reduction of informal communication to contractions
The variety of sources and tools available to expand our vocabulary (correct)

What did older generations like our parents have to do to make their language robust?

Go to libraries, read lots of books, or buy expensive dictionaries (correct)
Type a word to get endless results
Rely solely on electronic devices for communication
Use lots of contractions in communication

What is the main function of a dictionary as explained in the text?

To provide incorrect meanings of words
To reduce the richness of language
To express emotions through words
To give words and their meanings (correct)

What is suggested as a good practice regarding dictionaries according to the text?

Have an expanded dictionary on your bookshelf (B) Signup and view all the answers

How are the tools for expanding vocabulary accessible in the modern era?

Both through written books and the Web (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does a glossary typically provide?

List of words related to a specific subject with their meanings (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to select a quality dictionary when using the Internet?

Quality dictionaries are more respected and reliable (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a thesaurus?

To offer synonyms and antonyms for words (C) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of dictionaries, what does it mean to organize words 'alphabetically'?

Organize words based on their first letter (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is a thesaurus particularly helpful when writing, especially poetry?

It offers synonyms and antonyms for words, enriching vocabulary choices (A) Signup and view all the answers

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