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Abbreviations abound
An English quiz on abbreviations.Abbreviations (shortened forms of full terms) are everywhere, so we should know how to deal with them in our writing. Try this quiz to see how you measure up!1. Which example illustrates the correct punctuation to use with a person’s initials?L. D. MillsL, D, MillsL… D… Mills2. How do you correctly punctuate the Latin abbreviation meaning "for example"?e.g.eg.eg3. Which abbreviation is used before the name of an individual who has received an honorary degree?Dr.Hon. Dr.No abbreviation is used.4. Which sentence uses the correct abbreviation for the province of Ontario in formal writing?The film Snow Cake was filmed in Wawa, ON.The film Snow Cake was filmed in Wawa, Ont.The film Snow Cake was filmed in Wawa, O.N.5. Which sentence is correct?They have given out ticket #1 to 100.They have given out ticket Nos. 1 to 100.They have given out ticket Num. 1 to 100.6. Which sentence illustrates the correct way to write specific time in a time zone?The estimated arrival time was 20:14 PST.The estimated arrival time was 20:14 Pacific Standard Time.The estimated arrival time was 20:14 Pacific-Standard-Time7. Which example illustrates the correct way to represent a percentage amounting to one half, using the per cent symbol?50 %50%0.50 %8. How is the word "latitude" abbreviated?latt.lattlat9. What is another correct way to express "eight metres"?8 m8m8 M10. Which of the following abbreviations can be used freely in the body of a text?Assoc.Inc.Corp.Source : Jeux du Portail linguistique du Canada
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abbreviations: number symbols
When abbreviating the word number or numbers within the body of a text, use No. or Nos., but not the symbol #, which is generally reserved for tabular and statistical material: Nos. 56-86 are missing.Source : Writing Tips Plus (difficultés et règles de la langue anglaise)
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revision: grammar and mechanics
Because of deletions and recasting of phrases and sentences, pay particular attention to punctuation, capitalization and grammar. For instance, sentences may lack a verb, an initial capital letter, a co-ordinating conjunction, or an essential punctuation mark. Redundancy may also have been introduced. The following types of error are commonplace. Misspelling Misprints Punctuation errors, including the overuse of quotation marks Incorrect capitalization Erroneous compounding or word division Failure to ensure that, when first used, an abbreviation follows the full name of the entity it represents, unless the abbreviation is well known Incorrect form of an abbreviation Inconsistency in presenting numbers (as numerals or words) Erroneous or inconsistent use of decimal point Inconsistency in presenting SI/metric symbols, including spacing between symbols and figures Inaccurate transcription of numbers from one draft to the next Arabic in place of Roman numerals, and vice versa Non-agreement of subject and verb and use of singular noun where plural is required: The customer service thrust of this and other departments have been poorly communicated to the general public. The Tab and Caps Lock key is found on the left-hand side of the keyboard. No finite verb: not What to do about it? but What should we do about it? Comma splice: Cod stocks were dropping at an alarming rate, swift action had to be taken. (co-ordinating conjunction and required after rate) Dangling participle: Omitting the overture, the music began. Arising out of a conflict of personalities, the Director General, Finance and Administration, felt compelled to resign and move on. Faulty or imprecise antecedents for pronouns: Ross Rebagliati snowboarded down the ski slope, which is now a recognized event in winter olympics competition. Sam visited his brother every day while he was unemployed. Faulty parallelism: The new sales program was stimulating and a challenge. ( … challenging.) The solution lies not in prohibition or censorship but in developing self-control. ( … the development of …) This type of product has three advantages: It is strong. It is inexpensive. Long life. (It has a long life. or It is durable.) Misuse of restrictive and non-restrictive constructions (see commas with non-restrictive elements) Incomplete constructions (faulty ellipsis): Aircraft land and take off from Winnipeg airport at very short intervals. ( … land at …) The building is as old, if not older than, the Library of Parliament. ( … as old as …)Source : Writing Tips Plus (difficultés et règles de la langue anglaise)
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