Match each reference work to the type of information it primarily provides: Reference Works: 1. Dictionary 2. Gazetteer 3. Almanac 4. Atlas Descriptions: A. A collection of maps and geographic plates B. Definitions, pronunciations, and meanings of words C. Annual compendium of statistics, calendar dates, and factual records D. A geographical directory listing information about places and landmarks

### Why this is right Reference works are matched by the kind of information they organize: words, places, yearly facts, or maps. A dictionary defines words, a gazetteer describes places, an almanac compiles annual facts, and an atlas presents maps. The listed pair for **Index** is correct as a definition, but Index is not one of the four reference works in the matching set. ### The concept A reference work is designed to help you find a particular kind of information quickly. A dictionary gives word meanings and often includes pronunciation; a gazetteer is organized around places and geographic features. An almanac gathers facts such as statistics and calendar dates, often for a particular year. An atlas is a collection of maps, while an index points you to topics or items within a book or other work. An index is therefore a different tool from an atlas, even though both help you locate information. ### The pairs | Item | Matches | Why | |---|---|---| | Dictionary | B. Definitions, pronunciations, and meanings of words | A dictionary explains words and may show how to pronounce them. | | Gazetteer | D. A geographical directory listing information about places and landmarks | A gazetteer is organized by place names and gives information about locations or geographic features. | | Almanac | C. Annual compendium of statistics, calendar dates, and factual records | An almanac gathers useful facts and dates, commonly for a particular year. | | Atlas | A. A collection of maps and geographic plates | An atlas presents maps that show geographic locations and features. | | Index | Guide to topics or items in a work | An index directs readers to where subjects appear in a book or other work; it has no matching description among A to D. | ### Watch out The supplied pair list includes **Index**, but the four numbered reference works include **Atlas** instead. Do not substitute one for the other: an atlas contains maps, while an index directs you to topics in a work. ### Terms - **Gazetteer**: A geographical directory that provides information about named places and features. - **Almanac**: A yearly collection of dates, statistics, and other factual information. - **Atlas**: A book or collection containing maps. - **Geographic plates**: Map pages or map illustrations included in a reference work. - **Index**: An alphabetical or otherwise organized guide to topics and where they appear in a work. ### Remember Match each reference work to its main organizing subject: words, places, yearly facts, maps, or topics within a work.