Dictionary Work Flashcards
1
Q
Look up the word “arcane”. Is it a noun, verb, adjective or adverb?
A
adjective.
2
Q
What does “arcane” mean?
A
Mysterious, secret.
3
Q
What is the origin of the word “arcane”?
A
Latin arcanus, from arcere “to shut up”
4
Q
What does “perchance” mean?
A
By some chance; perhaps
5
Q
What part of speech is “perchance”?
A
adverb
6
Q
What is the origin of “perchance”?
A
French par chance “perhaps”
7
Q
What is the meaning of “yerk”?
A
Strike sharply
8
Q
What part of speech is “yerk?
A
verb
9
Q
Look up the word “farm”. Is it a verb or a noun?
A
Both
10
Q
Add a suffix to the verb “farm” to make a noun.
A
farmer
11
Q
What parts make up a dictionary entry?
A
word, pronunciation, part of speech, definition
12
Q
Alphabetise these words: rubbish junk dirt mouldy mound mire rhubarb
A
dirt junk mire mouldy mound rhubarb rubbish
13
Q
What are guide words?
A
The words at the top of the page that indicate the first and last words on the page.
