Abbreviations by Murray, Kara instant download

Abbreviations by Murray, Kara instant download

1 online resource (26 pages), We live in a fast-paced world. Time is tighter than ever, and we're always looking for shortcuts-even in writing! Language students will learn all about abbreviations: why we use them, how we use them, and when and where they're appropriate. The text covers a variety of abbreviations, from date and time to places and names. Internet and texting abbreviations are covered, too, but with a friendly reminder of when they should be used. This title features a quiz question on every spread, with answers found at the end of the book. Fun graphic organizers and eye-catching images round out the text, Print version record, What does that stand for? -- Shortened titles -- Telling time -- Tackling the calendar -- Coping places -- Abbreviations for addresses -- Abbreviated names -- Using abbreviations to measure -- Everyday abbreviations