Happy Monday STAAR 2017 Editing Practice

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What is the correct way to write a sentence that includes a list of items?

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Use commas to separate items in a list, and place 'and' before the last item. Example: 'I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.'

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What is the purpose of a comma in a sentence?

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Commas are used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, separate items in a list, or set off introductory elements.

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What is the difference between 'were' and 'are'?

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'Were' is the past tense of 'are', used to describe something that happened in the past.

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What is a common mistake when writing the word 'sentiments'?

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A common mistake is spelling it as 'sentaments'. The correct spelling is 'sentiments'.

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How do you correctly punctuate a sentence that includes an introductory phrase?

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Place a comma after the introductory phrase. Example: 'After dinner, we went for a walk.'

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What is the correct form of the verb 'to write' in the present perfect tense?

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The correct form is 'has written' or 'have written', depending on the subject.

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What is the function of the word 'including' in a sentence?

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'Including' is used to introduce examples or specifics that are part of a larger group.

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What is the correct way to express a change in verb tense?

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Ensure that the verb tense matches the time frame of the action. For example, use 'wrote' for past actions.

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What is the role of conjunctions in a sentence?

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Conjunctions connect words, phrases, or clauses. Examples include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What is the importance of proofreading a sentence?

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Proofreading helps identify and correct errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling.