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Article: Learn to write abbreviations.(PRACTICING ABBREVIATIONS)

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Weekly Reader, Edition 2 (including Science Spin)
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December 1, 2006
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An abbreviation is a short form of a word or a phrase. Write the 
abbreviation for each word or phrase on the calendar. The first one has 
been done for you. 
 
[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 
 
Try This! Write the abbreviation for your state. 
 
Answer Key 
 
Learn to Write Abbreviations 
 
1. Mr., 2. Dr., 3. St., 4. ...

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