Student Resources
Chapter 1: Resources to Improve Vocabulary, Proofreading,
and Spelling
Chapter Summary
In this chapter, you are reminded of the importance of producing error-free documents.
You are encouraged to use several references such as the dictionary, the thesaurus,
an office reference manual, and a company guide sheet. Never guess when in doubt
about a writing detail; always check an up-to-date resource.
You also learned that careful proofreading is vital before you distribute any
document. If you follow the suggestions in this chapter for proofreading, you
become aware of the types of errors that your spell check or grammar check cannot
identify. You will find that maintaining a "troublesome" word list in
which you list difficult spelling words, sound-alike words, and new vocabulary
words is helpful. When you edit or correct copy, use the standardized symbols
on the inside front cover of this textbook.
These online materials will reinforce and enhance your study of Chapter 1.
Begin by choosing a link below.
Online Links
Dictionary and Thesaurus Web sites
OneLook Dictionaries
http://www.onelook.com
Dictionary.com
http://www.dictonary.com
yourDictionary.com
http://www.yourdictionary.com
Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary and Thesaurus
http://www.m-w.com
Wordsmyth
http://www.wordsmyth.com
Webopedia
http://www.webopedia.com
Voycabulary
http://www.voycabulary.com
Roget's Thesaurus
http://www.thesaurus.com
Bonus Exercise
Objective: Utilizing the links listed above, use online dictionaries to look up meanings of words and thesaurus sites to find words that mean the same.
- Go to several of the online dictionaries listed above.
- Locate the definitions of the following words: acuity; urbane; redound; languid; hubris; redoubtable.
- Go to several of the online thesaurus sites listed above.
- Find synonyms for each of the following words: great; overzealous; obstinate; respite; silence; simple.
eFlashcards
Review chapter terms and definitions with eFlashcards.
Crossword Puzzle
Sharpen your knowledge of chapter terms and concepts with an interactive crossword.
Practice Test
Test your understanding of the chapter material with a self-scoring Practice
Test.
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