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3.157 Common Abbreviations Worksheet

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This Grade 3 English worksheet provides structured practice on 3.157 Common Abbreviations. Students are guided through targeted exercises that build foundational understanding, computational accuracy, and critical thinking skills.

Common Abbreviations - Recognize and use common abbreviations (months, titles, state names, measurement units) in context. (CCSS L.3.2; TEKS §110.5 3.23; FL B.E.S.T. ELA.3.C.3.2; VA SOL 3.8b)

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Grade 3

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English

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English Curriculum

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Problem 1Difficulty: Mastery
A note says “The ribbon should be 12 in long.”
Which revision fixes the abbreviation correctly?
AThe ribbon should be 12 in long.
BThe ribbon should be 12 i.n. long.
CThe ribbon should be 12 in, long.
DThe ribbon should be 12 in. long.
Solution & Explanation:Use the context clues in the passage to match the abbreviation to the correct full word or meaning. Here, D) The ribbon should be 12 in. long. is the correct choice.
Problem 2Difficulty: Mastery
A label on a bottle says “500 mL.”
Which is the best meaning?
A500 miles
B500 meters
C500 milliliters
D500 months
Solution & Explanation:Use the context clues in the passage to match the abbreviation to the correct full word or meaning. Here, C) 500 milliliters is the correct choice.
Problem 3Difficulty: Mastery
A teacher writes “Quiz dates: Sept. 9 and Oct. 7.” A student wants to put the same dates on a planner that uses only month abbreviations and numbers.
Which entry matches the teacher’s dates?
ASept. 9; Oct. 7
BSeptember. 9; October. 7
CSept 9, Oct 7.
DSep.. 9 and Oct.. 7
Solution & Explanation:Use the context clues in the passage to match the abbreviation to the correct full word or meaning. Here, A) Sept. 9; Oct. 7 is the correct choice.

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This worksheet is designed specifically for Grade 3 English students. It aligns with educational standard ELA.3.157 (Grade 3 ELA skill practice: Common Abbreviations.).

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