Read and analyze the statements below. Write TRUE if the statement is correct and
FALSE if otherwise. Then write the word or phrase which made the statement
incorrect. Do this on a separate sheet of paper.
________1. Definition is a statement that explains and/or describes the meaning of
a word or a phrase in a clear, complete, and exact manner.
_________2. Technical definition describes and explains the meaning of a word or phrase
based on the general references and other field of study sources.
_________3. Technical definition comes from different reference materials such as
_________4. Operational definition states and explains the meaning of a word or phrase based
on specific context.
_________5. Parenthetical definition is objective and tells how a term is applied or used in a
statement.
_________6. Technical definition is universally accepted.
_________7. Dictionary is the alphabetical list of terms or words found in or relating to a specific
subject, text, or dialect with explanations; a brief dictionary.
_________8. If the definitions you are using are from dictionaries, books, encyclopedias or
websites, you should always acknowledge its source.
_________9. In creating definition of terms, define only the terms, phrases or words that have
special or unique meaning.
_________10. A tantrum could include any time a child falls to the floor, cries, kicks, and
screams in response to his or her denied request from his or her mother at the
theme park. The sample definition is operational.
__________11. Mental health is a person’s condition with regard to their psychological and
emotional well-being. The sample definition is technical.
_________12. If there are uncommon antonyms, include them, spell them out, and give their
meanings.
__________13. Definitions should be short, clear and unambiguous.
__________14. Both technical and operational definitions can be used in defining a term.
__________15. Definition of terms is the same as Glossary
Answers & Comments
Answer:
1-5 True
6-8 False
9-15 true