Exploring Common Abbreviations for Kids

The video tutorial introduces the concept of abbreviations, explaining that they are shortened forms of words or phrases commonly used for street names, titles, and days of the week. Lucy, on her first day at a new job, learns about abbreviations from her supervisor. The tutorial provides examples of abbreviations, such as 'Mr.' for 'Mister' and 'St.' for 'Street', and explains their benefits in saving time and space in writing. The video also covers how to pronounce abbreviations and their practical applications in everyday scenarios.

What is an abbreviation?

• A new word created for simplicity

• A detailed description of a term

• A shortened form of a word or phrase

• A complete listing of a word

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CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.W.4.2D

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

Which of the following is commonly abbreviated?

• Full sentences

• Paragraphs

• Essays

• Street names

What did Lucy learn about abbreviations on her first day?

• They are used only in books

• They help in understanding addresses

• They are irrelevant to her job

• They complicate delivery processes

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CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

What does 'CT' stand for in address abbreviations?

• City

• Country

• Court

• Canton

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

What does 'IA' represent in state abbreviations?

• Illinois

• Indiana

• Iowa

• Idaho

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

Why are abbreviations used?

• To make writing more complex

• To increase word count

• To confuse readers

• To save time and space

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CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

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How should 'Mr.' be pronounced when reading aloud?

• Meter

• Mystery

• More

• Mister

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CCSS.L.3.2F

What is the abbreviation for 'Street'?

• Ste

• Str

• St

• Sr

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CCSS.RI.3.7

CCSS.RI.2.7

CCSS.RI.4.7

CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

Which day of the week is commonly abbreviated?

• Moonday

• Funday

• Wednesday

• Yearday

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

What does 'FL' stand for in state abbreviations?

• Florin

• Fluorine

• Florida

• Fleet

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A