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Chapter 12 Outline and Learning Goals
In this chapter you will learn to
Expand your vocabulary
Use reference sources
Handle specialized vocabulary
Use systems to build your vocabulary
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Expand Your Vocabulary
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• Read Widely
• Use Words You Already Know
• Look for Five-Dollar Words to Replace One- Dollar Words
• Build Your Word Awareness
Learning Goals
Use Reference Sources
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• Dictionaries: Which One to Use
• Using the Dictionary
• Thesauruses
• Subject Area Dictionaries
• E-books and Other Electronic SourcesLearning Goals
Handle Specialized Vocabulary
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• Specialized Terminology in Class Lectures
• Specialized Terminology in Textbooks
Learning Goals
Use Systems to Build Your Vocabulary
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• The Vocabulary Card System
• The Computerized Vocabulary Log
Learning Goals
Let’s Review!
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How many levels of vocabulary do most people have?
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a. One level, consisting of words we use in everyday speech or writing.
b. Two levels, including words we use and those we know but seldom use.
c. Two levels, including words we use in speech and those we use in writing.
d. Four levels, and each varies in strength.
How many levels of vocabulary do most people have?
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a. One level, consisting of words we use in everyday speech or writing.
b. Two levels, including words we use and those we know but seldom use.
c. Two levels, including words we use in speech and those we use in writing.
d. Four levels, and each varies in strength.
Expand Your Vocabulary
What is the best way to improve your vocabulary?
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a. By focusing your reading on technical subjects.b. By reading widely and diversely.c. By spending time each day reading the
dictionary.d. By using words that you cannot fully define.
What is the best way to improve your vocabulary?
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a. By focusing your reading on technical subjects.b. By reading widely and diversely.c. By spending time each day reading the
dictionary.d. By using words that you cannot fully define.
Expand Your Vocabulary
In which dictionary can you find the most information on each word in the English language?
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a. A standard dictionary.b. A subject area dictionary.c. A collegiate dictionary.d. An unabridged dictionary.
In which dictionary can you find the most information on each word in the English language?
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a. A standard dictionary.b. A subject area dictionary.c. A collegiate dictionary.d. An unabridged dictionary.
Use Reference Sources
In what situation would you use a thesaurus?
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a. You want to find out how to pronounce a new word.
b. You want to know more about a term used in a technical field.
c. You want to find a more descriptive word to replace one you have been using.
d. You want to translate a word into another language.
In what situation would you use a thesaurus?
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a. You want to find out how to pronounce a new word.
b. You want to know more about a term used in a technical field.
c. You want to find a more descriptive word to replace one you have been using.
d. You want to translate a word into another language.
Use Reference Sources
What is specialized terminology?
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a. Words and phrases that are used in a particular subject area.
b. Words that have a different meaning in another language.
c. Words that are considered “one-dollar” words.d. Words and phrases that appear only in a
textbook glossary.
What is specialized terminology?
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a. Words and phrases that are used in a particular subject area.
b. Words that have a different meaning in another language.
c. Words that are considered “one-dollar” words.d. Words and phrases that appear only in a
textbook glossary.
Handle Specialized Vocabulary
Which of the following should you do when using the vocabulary card system?
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a. Always keep the cards in alphabetical order.b. Study all the cards every time, including words
you know and words you do not know.c. Put as many new terms on each card as possible.d. Review the entire pack of cards periodically to
prevent forgetting.
Which of the following should you do when using the vocabulary card system?
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a. Always keep the cards in alphabetical order.b. Study all the cards every time, including words
you know and words you do not know.c. Put as many new terms on each card as possible.d. Review the entire pack of cards periodically to
prevent forgetting.
Use Systems to Build Your Vocabulary
In the vocabulary card system, which item would you not put on the card for each word?
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a. The word’s meaning.b. A guide to pronouncing the word.c. Similar words along with their definitions.d. An example to help you remember the word.
In the vocabulary card system, which item would you not put on the card for each word?
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a. The word’s meaning.b. A guide to pronouncing the word.c. Similar words along with their definitions.d. An example to help you remember the word.
Use Systems to Build Your Vocabulary