Revising and Editing Practice 1

Front

What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'Because we practiced, our first concert ___ a success.'?

Back

was

Front

Identify the correctly written sentence: 'In the morning, the mat is rolled up and placed in a small closet.' True or False?

Back

True

Front

What is the correct action to take for the sentence: 'The train traveled across Wyoming and into Utah.'?

Back

No change is necessary.

Front

Identify the correctly written sentence: 'When we read the Declaration of Independence in class, we learned about the history of our country.' True or False?

Back

True

Front

What is the correct form of 'it's' in the sentence: 'A cheetah is known for ___ speed and beauty.'?

Back

its

Front

What is the rule for using 'its' vs 'it's'?

Back

'Its' is a possessive form, while 'it's' is a contraction for 'it is'.

Front

What is the importance of subject-verb agreement in sentences?

Back

Subject-verb agreement ensures that the subject and verb in a sentence match in number (singular or plural).

Front

What is a common error in verb tense usage?

Back

Using the wrong tense can lead to confusion about the timing of actions.

Front

What punctuation is necessary for the sentence: 'When we read the Declaration of Independence in class we learned about the history of our country.'?

Back

A comma is needed after 'class'.

Front

What is the purpose of revising a sentence?

Back

Revising helps to improve clarity, correctness, and overall quality of writing.