Understanding Abbreviations: e.g. and i.e.

What does the abbreviation e.g. stand for?

• That is

• Examples given

• For example

• In essence

Which punctuation is commonly used before e.g. in a sentence?

• Semicolon

• Comma

• Period

• Colon

What is the meaning of the abbreviation i.e.?

• That is

• For example

• In other words

• Examples given

How can you verify the correct usage of i.e. in a sentence?

• Replace it with 'for example'

• Replace it with 'that is'

• Replace it with 'in essence'

• Replace it with 'examples given'

What is a common reason for confusing e.g. and i.e.?

• They both mean 'for example'

• They are both Latin phrases

• They are both used in speech

• They are both short abbreviations