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English
Quarter 1 – Module 2:
Get To Know It!
(Getting the Meaning of Words Using
a Dictionary, Thesaurus, and/or
Online Resources)
English – Grade 4
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Quarter 1 – Module 2: Get To Know It!
Getting the Meaning of Words Using a Dictionary, Thesaurus, and/or Online Resources
First Edition, 2020

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 What I Need to Know

Hi, learner! I am “Kuya Pat”,

your learning buddy in this module!

At the end of your journey, you’ll

be able to:
➢ Get the meaning of words
using a dictionary, thesaurus,
and/or online resources.

What I Know

How well do you know the

lesson, learner? Let’s find out by
answering the activity below. Don’t worry
about the result. This is only a warm-up.
Let’s begin.

Read the questions carefully. Write your answers on your answer sheet.
1. Which of the following can be used in getting the meaning of
unfamiliar words?
a. dictionary
b. notebook
c. diary
2. Why do we use a dictionary?
a. It helps us remember numbers.
b. It tells us what the words mean.
c. It provides solutions to a problem.

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Use the dictionary below. What is the meaning of the word complacent?

complacent com.pla.cent adj. 1. marked by self-satisfaction

especially by unawareness of actual dangers or deficiencies:
marked by complacency: SELF-SATISFIED

a. marked by self-satisfaction especially by unawareness of actual

dangers or deficiencies
b. in the process of receiving or giving systematic instruction,
especially at a school or university
c. facts provided or learned about something or someone

3. Use the dictionary below. What is the meaning of the word vigorous?

righteous righ.teous adj. 1. acting in accord with divine or moral

law: free from guilt or sin 2. a. morally right or justifiable b. arising
from an outraged sense of justice or morality 3. GENUINE,
EXCELLENT
vigorous vig.or.ous adj. 1. Done with vigor: carried out forcefully
and energetically 2. possessing vigor: full of physical or mental
strength or active force: STRONG

a. acting in accord with divine or moral law

b. morally right or justifiable
c. full of physical or mental strength or active force: STRONG

4. Using the dictionary in number 4, what word means morally right or

justifiable?
a. complacent
b. righteous
a. vigorous

Were your answers like these: a, b a, c, b?

If yes, great! You’ll learn more in this module.

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 Lesson Getting the Meaning of Words
using a Dictionary, Thesaurus,
1 and/or Online Resources

Communication is part of our life. We use words to convey our ideas

and thoughts in mind. We can express our ideas either verbal or written.
But no matter what avenue we use, familiarity to words define our
understanding. One step to gain more words is by using a dictionary.
This module will help you familiarize and use the dictionary and
thesaurus in getting the meaning of unfamiliar words. Besides, you will
also learn that online sources can be used to get the meaning of unfamiliar
words more easily. Enjoy learning!

What’s In

Before you start a new lesson, let us have a

short review of the lesson learned on the
previous module.

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Read the paragraph below. Identify the topic sentence, the supporting
sentences, and the concluding sentence.
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In school, children begin discovering what they will be in
the future. 2Children are taught in school with the basic life skills such
as computing and reasoning. 3The school gives them chance to
become doctors, policemen, engineer, teachers and whatever
profession they would want to be. 4The school also guides them to
discover their talents, skills, and interests in life. 5The school
encourages children to always give the best and stand out in their
own ways. 6As a second home, school is a stage of different learners
soon to be leaders of our country.

Topic Sentence: ________________________________________

Supporting Sentences: __________________________________
__________________________________
Concluding Sentence: __________________________________

Check your answers on page 24.

If you got all the answers correctly, it means
that you really mastered the previous lesson.
If you did not get all answers correctly, you
may find time reviewing it.

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 What’s New

Guessing Game:
What resource material is shown in the picture below?

Photo via GOODFREEPHOTOS Gallery

Clue: It contains a lot of words and meanings.
You can find it in the word hunt puzzle below.

Created using Free Cross Word Puzzle Maker Application

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 Did you get the word?
Dictionary! Nice, learner!

Do you know the legend of a dictionary? Before

you read it, below are unfamiliar words that you
will encounter. Let’s unlock them first.

Cross Word Hunt

Across:
2. a person who moves from one
place to another
4. to look or find
5. waiting calmly for however long is
needed
7. a feeling of excitement to do
something
Down:
1. story about the beginning of
something
3. a person who knows a lot
6. a book that contains words and
their meaning
8. strong desire to know something

To check your answers, go to page 24.

Now that you unlocked the unfamiliar
words, I’m sure you will enjoy the next
activity!

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It’s Fun to Read

How did a dictionary begin to exist? Read the legend below.

The Legend of Dictionary
by: Ruel B. Diaz
A long time ago, people have no idea about words and their
meanings.
Dicson Nary, a migrant who loved traveling the world, saw a small
group of people talking with each other. He wondered what they were
talking about. His curiosity started then. He began listening to others’
conversations, and day by day, new words were being added on his list.
He was very patient searching for new words. He went to the different
parts of the world looking for words that can be added on his word list. He
continued searching for words. One day, he visited Merriam Webster, the
most intelligent man in the world to ask for help.
“I have listed words but how could this be used by the people
easily?’’, asked by Dicson. The two great men arrived into the idea of
listing words in a way the alphabet is ordered. Dicson never stopped
looking for words. He didn’t notice that the number of words on his list are
becoming more and more. People used to visit his house for one reason.
All of them asked the same question, “Dicson what is the meaning of this
word?” Days went on, Dicson had become known in the world as a man
of words.
In honor of his great work and passion for words, the book that
contains thousands of words and meanings was named after him. It was
called dictionary. “For him, words were already part of human lives. You
just have to discover its meaning by understanding how they were being
used by us. All of us can make a dictionary. But not all can. Because
patience had pushed me going forward to do my passion.”

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I Am a WELL-DER (well-reader)

Answer the following questions based on the legend that you have read.

1. Describe the people a long time ago.

2. Who is the migrant in the legend?
3. What made him curious about the meaning of words?
4. What did he do to the words gotten from the conversation of other
people?
5. Where did he ask for help?
6. Describe Merriam Webster.
7. How are words arranged in Dicson’s list after asking help to Merriam
Webster?
8. What is the contribution of Dicson to the world?
9. What can you say to Dicson? Is Dicson worthy to idolize? Support
your answer.

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 What is It

What do you use in order to understand

the meaning of a word? Do you know how
to locate words in the dictionary?

Let us study the parts of a dictionary.

A dictionary has the following parts:

1. guide words
2. entry words
3. pronunciation
4. parts of speech
5. definition

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 Guide words are found at the top of each page in a dictionary.
These words help find words easily because it tells you the first and last
entry words on a page. Guide words can be placed together like in the
example above. It can also be placed on the left and right. Guide word on
the left is the first entry word in a page while guide word on the right is the
last entry word on a page.

Entry words are words in a dictionary arranged in alphabetical

order. These are written in bold.

Each entry word has the following information:

Pronunciation - This is separated into syllables and tells you how

to pronounce the entry word;
Parts of Speech - This abbreviation tells you what part of speech
the defined word is; and
Definition - This explains the meaning of the entry word. If there is
more than one meaning, the definition is divided by numbers. Also, an
example sentence is often used to make the meaning clearer.

It is expected that you can now use

dictionary well.
Was it helpful? Let us try the activity
below.

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 A. I Can Use Dictionary Well

Use the dictionary below then answer the questions that follow.

Photo via Merriam-Webster’s Intermediate Thesaurus

1. Which of the following words means a large body of men and

women organized for land warfare?
a. legerdemain
b. legion
c. legendary
2. Which of the words has the same meaning to the word legionary?
a. legendary
b. legerdemain
c. legion
3. What part of speech is the word legendary?
a. noun (n.)
b. verb (v.)
c. adjective (adj.)

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 To check your answers, go to page 25.
How’s the first task, learner? If you got 3,
excellent. You are ready for the next activity.
If you got 2 and below, you need more time to
study again the lesson. Don’t worry learner,
you can do it!

Aside from a dictionary you can also use

thesaurus if you want to know the synonyms
and antonyms of words.
Are you familiar with a thesaurus?

Study the thesaurus entries below.

abide verb Syn. TOLERATE, accept, bear, endure, put up with,

stand, suffer
ability noun Syn. SKILL, aptitude, capability, competence,
expertise, proficiency, talent

Can you identify the difference between a dictionary and thesaurus?

A dictionary explains the meaning of a word and shows how it is
spelled and used. On the other hand, thesaurus contains words that can
be used in place of another word (synonyms). This also contains opposite
words (antonyms) of an entry word.
Based on the given thesaurus, what are the words that you can use
instead of the word ability? Did you get skill, capability, or talent? If yes,
you are right, learner. These words have the same meaning with the word
ability.
Remember that the dictionary and thesaurus are very similar to one
another. The parts are the same. The purpose is the same. But if you wish
to avoid overuse of words then refer to a thesaurus.

Are you ready for the next activity? You must

always be ready, learner!

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B. I Can Use Thesaurus Well

Study the given thesaurus and answer the following questions.

legend[ lej-uhnd ]Syn. fable, fiction, folklore, lore, myth,

mythology Ant. non-fiction, truth

migrant [ mahy-gruh nt ]Syn. traveler, wanderer, mover, vagrant Ant.

native, immigrant
search [ surch ]Syn. hunt, inquiry, investigate, chase, quest Ant.
ignorance, finding

1. Which of the following words has the same meaning with the word
legend?
a. chase
b. immigrant
c. myth
2. Which of the following is correct?
a. legend [ lej-uhnd ] Syn. fable, fiction, folklore, lore, myth,
mythology Ant. non-fiction, truth
b. migrant [ mahy-gruh nt ] Ant. traveler, native, mover, vagrant,
wanderer Syn. native, immigrant
c. search [ surch ]Ant. hunt, inquiry, investigate, chase, quest Syn.
ignorance, finding
3. What is the antonym or opposite word of the word migrant?
a. mover
b. native
c. vagrant
4. What word is the same as the following words: hunt, inquiry,
investigate?
a. legend
b. migrant
c. search

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5. Hunt, inquiry, investigate, chase, and quest are _____ of the word
search.
a. antonyms
b. pronunciation
c. synonyms

Hey, learner! Check your answers

on page 25.

If you got 4-5, bravo! You are learning well on this module.
If you got 3 and below, you need more time to study again the
lesson. Don’t worry learner, you can do it!

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 How’s everything going, learner?
Are you having fun on the use of this
module? Keep it up, learner!

Do you have access to the

internet? Do you know how to
search information in search
engines like Google? If yes, you
can use online resources in getting
meaning of words.

Study the picture below.

Type the word you want to know the meaning in

Ty
this part. Then click enter. All information related to
the word you type will appear on your screen.

Photo via Google.com

Note that you can only access this if you have an internet connection
like the mobile data of your smartphone.
Try to search for the meaning of unfamiliar words using online
resources. This is easier compared to the printed dictionary and
thesaurus. There are also online dictionaries and thesauri that you can
you use for free.

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 What’s More

Let us improve your skill using a dictionary or

thesaurus in getting the meaning of a word.
Have fun, learner!

A. Alphabetical Order

Direction: Rewrite each word in alphabetical order.

1. skunk, skyline, skiing, skyscraper

_____, _____, _____, _____

2. rainbow, reindeer, raindrop, railroad, raincoat

_____, _____, _____, _____, _____

3. craftsman, crank, cranky, craft, crawl

_____, _____, ____, _____, _____

Hey, learner! Check your answers using the

key on page 25.

If you got 3, bravo! You are learning well on this

module. You can now proceed on the next activity.
If you got 2 and below, you need more time to study
again the lesson. Don’t worry, learner! You can do it!

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B. Guide Me, Guide Words

Direction: Write each word under the correct set of guide words.

baby-eagle fan-ice igloo-noise

Ex. book

Hey, learner!
Check your answers on page 25.

If you got 15-18 amazing! Using dictionary in getting

words is easy for you. You can do the next activity.
If c.
you got 12-14 very good, but I believe you can still do
more! You can do the next activity.
If you got 11 below, it is alarming, learner. The first skill
needed in using dictionary is by using guide words
correctly. Study harder, learner! You can do it!

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C. In Other Words

Direction: Use the thesaurus to replace the underlined words. Write your
answers on your answer sheet.

excited adj. Syn. enthusiastic, eager, delighted Ant. bored,

unexcited, calm
wet adj. Syn. Soaked, drenched, Ant. arid, dry
care n. Syn. caution, watchfulness, alertness Ant. carelessness,
apathy
softly adv. Smoothly, delicately, gently Ant. uncarefully
peaceful adj. calm, quiet, steady Ant. agitated, loud, disturbed

1. Ramon was excited about the first day of school.

2. All things inside my bag got wet in the rain.
3. We crossed the busy street with care.

If you are done, check your answers on page 25.

If you got 3, bravo! This module is helping you a lot.

You are so much prepared for the next activity.
If you got 2 and below, you need more time to
study again the lesson. Don’t worry learner, you can
do it!

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 What I Have Learned

Choose in the box the word that will complete

the sentence. Write your answers on your
answer sheet.

dictionary guide words entry words

thesaurus alphabetically online resources

1. A ________ is a reference book that contains words with their

meanings, pronunciations, parts of speech, spellings, and
definitions.
2. The words in a dictionary and thesaurus are arranged ________.
3. _________serve as help in finding the words easily.
4. A _______ is a book like a dictionary that contains the synonyms
and antonyms of the words.
5. All words in a dictionary and thesaurus are called _______.
6. I can use _______, _________, or even _____ to get the meaning
of words.

Check your answers on page 26.

You are doing awesome, learner!
Keep the eagerness burning!

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 What I Can Do

Hi, learner!
You are almost half in the module.
I hope you are doing well for a while.

Now that you are equipped with knowledge

on the use of dictionary and thesaurus in getting
meaning of words, get your dictionary and find the
meaning of ten words that are unfamiliar to you. If
you prefer online resources, it’s fine.
It’s very easy, isn’t it?

Note: You can borrow a dictionary from your friends if you do not
have any. This activity is meant to be enjoyed. If you are done doing
household chores, you can continue doing this task. Make sure to perform
this. Do not go to the next activity unless you’re done.

Assessment

It is time to measure how this module

has helped you in learning the lesson. Give
your best, learner!

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A. Using the Dictionary

Study the dictionary entries below.

Photo via Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary and Thesaurus

Direction: Using the dictionary entries above, find the meaning of the
words in Column A from the choices in Column B. Write the letters of the
correct answers on your answer sheet.

A. B.
1. gaudy a) to bring or come together
b) the post to which a gate is hung or
2. gateway
the one against which it closes

3. gather c) marked by showiness or

extravagance
4. gauge d) to measure
e) an opening for a gate
5. gate post

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B. Using the Thesaurus

Use the thesaurus below to complete the table with the information
needed.
ready adj syn prepared, set ant unready
relaxed adj syn easygoing, casual, informal ant tense
reliable adj syn dependable, trustworthy ant unreliable
remote adj syn distant, faraway, outlying ant close, adjacent
resist verb syn dispute, oppose, repel ant submit, yield

Word Similar Meaning Opposite Meaning

6. remote
7. ready
8. relaxed
9. resist
10. reliable

You are one step closer towards finishing the

module, learner.
Please check your answers on page 26.

If your score is 9-10, you were able to use this module well.
Congratulations for reaching this part with flying colors! You are
ready for the next module.
If your score is 7-8, you made it learner! I know you could have
done better. Congratulations! You can take some rest and be
ready for the next module.
If your score is 6 and below, you can exert more effort in learning
the lesson. You would want to review the discussion and take the
exam for the second time. I know you can do it, learner! I’m here
to cheer you up.

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 Additional Activities

What words best describe you? For

your last activity, look for words in a
dictionary, in a thesaurus, or even in
online sources that start with the letter
of your names. These words represent
your personality.

For example:

My name is Kuya Pat. I will look for the best words that describe me
that start in letters:
K Kind
U Understanding
Y Youthful
A Amiable
P Patient
A Active
T Task-Oriented

You’ve done well, learner!

You reached the end of the module. I am
so happy being with you throughout your
journey. I hope to see you on the next
module. You’re the best learning buddy!

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What I Know What’s In
1. A
1. Topic Sentence – sentence 1
2. B 2. Supporting Sentences – sentences 2-5
3. Concluding Sentence – sentence 6
3. A
4. C
5. B What’s New
Across:
2. migrant
4. search
5. patient
7. passion
Down:
1. legend
3. intelligent
6. dictionary
8. curiosity
Answer Key
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What Is It What's More
A. I Can Use Dictionary Well A.
1. B 1. skiing 2. railroad 3. craft
2. C skunk rainbow craftsman
3. C skyline raincoat crank
skyscraper raindrop cranky
reindeer crawl
B. I Can Use Thesaurus B. Guide Me, Guide Words
Well
baby-eagle fan-ice igloo-noise
1. C book green kiss
dinner hoping loop
2. A cruise fantasy jump
draw foolish ignite
3. B
delight grass little
4. C dream foil mirror
C. In Other Words (answer may vary)
5. C
1. enthusiastic, eager, delighted
2. Soaked, drenched
3. caution, watchfulness, alertness
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What I Have Learned
1. dictionary
2. alphabetically
3. guide words
4. thesaurus
5. entry words
6. dictionary, thesaurus, online resources
Assessment
A. B. SIMILAR OPPOSITE
1. C 6. distant, faraway, outlying close, adjacent
2. E 7. prepared, set unready
3. A 8. easygoing, casual, informal tense
4. D 9. dispute, oppose, repel submit, yield
5. B 10. dependable, trustworthy unreliable
References

A. Image Sources

“Webstar’s Dictionary” vector clipart. Accessed July 2020.

https://www.goodfreephotos.com/public-domain-
images/webstars-dictionary-vector-clipart.png.php
Merriam-Webster, “Middle School”. Accessed June 2020.
https://staardictionaries.com/middle-school/
Public Domain Vectors. Book in Black and White, 2017.
https://publicdomainvectors.org/en/free-clipart/Book-in-
black-and-white/64239.html

B. Online Sources

Super Teacher Worksheets. “Dictionary Skills.” Accessed June

2020.https://www.superteacherworksheets.com/
dictionaryskills/dictionary-parts_PARTS.pdf
Super Teacher Worksheets. “Alphabetical Order”. Accessed June
2020. https://www.superteacherworksheets.com/alphabetical-
order/abc-order-advanced1_ADVAN.pdf?up=1466611200
JumpStart. “Guide Words.” Accessed June 2020.
https://www.pinterest.ph/pin/31806741089803054/
The Mail Box. “In Other Words”. Accessed June 2020.
https://www.themailbox.com/magazines/language-arts-
worksheet-using-a-thesaurus/120413_ccc_g46_0

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