Which options describes what a thesaurus is used for?(1 point)
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finding synonyms and antonyms of a word
finding synonyms and antonyms of a word
finding the definition of a word
finding the definition of a word
finding the pronunciation of a word
finding the pronunciation of a word
finding the origins of a word
finding synonyms and antonyms of a word
The correct answer is: finding synonyms and antonyms of a word. A thesaurus is a reference book or tool that helps you find alternative words (synonyms) and opposite words (antonyms) for a given word. To use a thesaurus effectively, you would look up a word of interest and it would provide you with a list of similar and opposite words that can be used in its place. This is helpful when you want to vary your vocabulary or enhance your writing.
The correct option is: finding synonyms and antonyms of a word
Wesley is giving a presentation in his science class and is unsure of how to pronounce the word phylum. Which resource should he consult?(1 point)
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a glossary in his textbook
a glossary in his textbook
an index in his textbook
an index in his textbook
an online dictionary
an online dictionary
an online thesaurus
an online dictionary
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Bryan is writing a short story and wants to come up with a more interesting word to replace cold. Which is the best resource?(1 point)
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a thesaurus
a thesaurus
an index
an index
a dictionary
a dictionary
a glossary