Etc.
Commonly used in many forms of writing, although, commonly misspelled as well. To understand its spelling, it is best to understand its origin. The phrase etc. comes from the Latin words "et cetera" which means "and other things". So when saying this abbreviation in speech, you literally say "et cetera". I learned that this should never be preceded by "and", either in writing or speech, and that it is commonly misspelled as "ect." To help protect against misspelling just remember what the words mean, "et cetera".
Example: When you go camping it is good to be prepared with lots of supplies. Like a tent, sleeping bag, food, water, a first aid kit, etc.
Here's a website that helped me with its .
http://www.english-test.net/toeic/vocabulary/meanings/019/toeic-words.php
Reviewing the Review Essays
16 years ago
Jared,
ReplyDeleteI wasn't sure where would be the best place to post my response to your essay. I figured here was as good a place as any.
I thought your essay was very well put together and especially did a great job of flowing from one subject to another.
You seemed to lean towards the positive aspects of television but never came out and said which side you agreed with. (Is TV good or bad)
You did a good job of explaining the three points you wanted to make in the body of your essay but you forgot to note them with your thesis statement. Don't forget to include them in your final draft.
I enjoyed reading your essay and you brought up some interesting view points. It is a good review on television, although, like Julie said, I can't interpret your viewpoint on whether you think it's good or bad. I like when you explained the events our nation gathers around the television to witness. When you talked about watching the destruction in Vietnam, crime on the rise, natural disasters, and the tragedy of september 11, they all give good examples we can relate to and remember.
ReplyDeleteYou did great at descibing both veiw points of the argument. Nice work!