Author Question: A shortened form of a word or phrase is called a(n): A. abbreviation. B. acronym. C. ... (Read 107 times)

yoroshambo · **on:** Jun 23, 2018

A shortened form of a word or phrase is called a(n):

A. abbreviation.
B. acronym.
C. catchphrase.
D. clich.

Question 2

Which of the following should be avoided when communicating with people for whom English is a second language?

A. Using specific terms
B. Using slang or jargon
C. Using visual aids
D. Using standard English words

aidanmbrowne · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
An abbreviation is a shortened form of a word or phrase. Atty. is an abbreviation for attorney;
St. is an abbreviation for either saint or street.

Answer to Question 2

B
When communicating with people in other countries, avoid any form of slang or jargon.
American slang, such as bad meaning good, cool meaning in style, and wicked
meaning good, great, or in style, would be confusing to a person whose first language
isn't English.