Definition of 'For Example' and Other Example Signal Words

📚 Quick Study Guide

• 🔎 'For example' introduces a specific instance to illustrate a broader point.
• 📝 Example signal words include: 'for instance', 'such as', 'like', 'namely', 'to illustrate', and 'in other words'.
• 💡 These words help the reader understand that what follows is a specific case of a general idea.
• ✅ Using a variety of example signal words makes your writing more engaging and clear.
• 🗣️ Context is crucial; some words can have different meanings depending on how they are used.
• ✍️ Proper placement of commas and other punctuation enhances clarity when using example signal words.

🧪 Practice Quiz

1. Which of the following is NOT a signal word or phrase that introduces an example?

   1. For instance
   2. Such as
   3. However
   4. Like

2. Which sentence correctly uses an example signal word?

   1. The weather was terrible, for example sunny.
   2. I enjoy fruits, such as apples, bananas, and oranges.
   3. She went to the store, namely because she needed milk.
   4. He is tall but also short.

3. Which of these phrases is most similar in meaning to 'for example'?

   1. In conclusion
   2. To illustrate
   3. On the contrary
   4. Furthermore

4. What is the primary purpose of using example signal words in writing?

   1. To confuse the reader
   2. To make the writing longer
   3. To provide clarification and support
   4. To avoid stating the main point

5. In the sentence, "Many animals, like dogs and cats, are common pets," what is the function of 'like'?

   1. To express dislike
   2. To compare two unrelated things
   3. To introduce examples
   4. To indicate a preference

6. Which of the following sentences uses 'namely' correctly?

   1. I enjoy sports, namely running is my favorite.
   2. The problem, namely, a lack of funding, needs to be addressed.
   3. She is good at math, namely science.
   4. We went to the park, namely for a picnic.

7. Choose the best sentence that demonstrates using 'in other words' as an example signal.

   1. The project was successful, in other words, a complete failure.
   2. It's raining; in other words, take an umbrella.
   3. She is happy, in other words sad.
   4. He left early, in other words stay.