Review for You: Abbreviations

Mr. Griot introduces abbreviations, comparing them to contractions. He explains their use in daily life, such as in locations, state names, months, days, and titles. Abbreviations make writing more efficient by shortening words. The video covers examples like street (St.), January (Jan.), and Mr. (Mister). The lesson concludes with a review of the importance of abbreviations.

What is the main purpose of using abbreviations?

• To replace all nouns in a sentence

• To confuse the reader

• To save time and space in writing

• To make words longer and more complex

Which of the following is an example of an abbreviation for a street name?

• All of the above

• Rd.

• Ave.

• St.

How are state names in America typically abbreviated?

• With lowercase letters

• With a single capital letter

• With two capital letters and a period

• With two capital letters and no period

Which month does not have an abbreviation?

• March

• December

• May

• January

What is the abbreviation for Wednesday?

• Wed.

• Wen.

• Weds.

• Wdy.

What is the abbreviation for the title 'Doctor'?

• Dtr.

• Dr.

• Doc.

• Dct.

Which of the following is true about the abbreviation 'Mr.'?

• It is not an abbreviation

• It stands for 'Mister'

• It is spelled out as 'Mister' without a period

• It is used for both men and women