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What is the main purpose of having an expanded dictionary?
What is the main purpose of having an expanded dictionary?
- To impress others with your vocabulary
- To easily look up word meanings (correct)
- To avoid using informal communication
- To show off your collection of books
How have the sources for expanding vocabulary changed for the current generation compared to older generations?
How have the sources for expanding vocabulary changed for the current generation compared to older generations?
- Current generation has access to online tools, while older generations had limited access to libraries (correct)
- Both generations had equal access to a variety of vocabulary sources
- Older generations had online tools, while current generation relied on libraries
- Current generation is not interested in expanding their vocabulary
What role do dictionaries play in enriching one's language?
What role do dictionaries play in enriching one's language?
- Dictionaries are only used by older generations
- Dictionaries provide incorrect meanings most of the time
- Dictionaries are outdated sources of vocabulary
- Dictionaries help in understanding words and their meanings (correct)
How have advancements in technology changed the way people access vocabulary sources?
How have advancements in technology changed the way people access vocabulary sources?
Why is it important to be cautious about the results obtained from online sources when looking up word meanings?
Why is it important to be cautious about the results obtained from online sources when looking up word meanings?
In what ways can a rich vocabulary help an individual?
In what ways can a rich vocabulary help an individual?
'Contractions' and 'happy/sad/angry/surprised faces from electronic devices' are mentioned in the text to emphasize:
'Contractions' and 'happy/sad/angry/surprised faces from electronic devices' are mentioned in the text to emphasize:
What is the purpose of a glossary in a book?
What is the purpose of a glossary in a book?
When should you refer to a bilingual glossary?
When should you refer to a bilingual glossary?
What is the main difference between a dictionary and a thesaurus?
What is the main difference between a dictionary and a thesaurus?
Why is it important to read all meanings of a word in a dictionary?
Why is it important to read all meanings of a word in a dictionary?
How can a thesaurus help improve writing?
How can a thesaurus help improve writing?
If you encounter a new word 'aquifer' while reading a book on geology, where would you most likely find its definition?
If you encounter a new word 'aquifer' while reading a book on geology, where would you most likely find its definition?
What is a common feature between a glossary and a dictionary?
What is a common feature between a glossary and a dictionary?
Why might it be recommended to use a trusted dictionary like Merriam-Webster or Oxford when using the Internet for word definitions?
Why might it be recommended to use a trusted dictionary like Merriam-Webster or Oxford when using the Internet for word definitions?
