Dictionary game

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Dictionary game

starting questions

• How often do you use a dictionary?
• What kind of dictionary do you use?
• What kind of info can you find in a dictionary?

abbreviations

 Typically a dictionary will have a list of abbreviations near the front of the book; either in the introduction or after it.

Looking up a word

• alphabetical order
• find the right section
• mind the spelling e.g.  throne and thrown

root words

• search for the infinitive of verbs
• if you are looking for an adverb (bijwoord), search the adjective (bijvoeglijk naamwoord

What is the root of the word 'considered'

The definition

• what kind of word is it                                                     (verb/adj etc.)
• most common meaning is listed first
• pronunciation
• example sentences
•  spellings in other English derivations (US English, British English, Australian English, etc.).

Game in teams of 4

• Look up the word in the dictionary as quickly as possible.
• Be careful with the dictionaries!
• Raise your hand
• Say the definition and the page number

Get a point for your team