Revising and Editing

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What punctuation is used to introduce a list or explanation?

Back

Colon (:) is used to introduce a list or explanation.

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What punctuation is used to separate independent clauses when they are not joined by a conjunction?

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Semicolon (;) is used to separate independent clauses.

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What is the correct way to punctuate a direct address in a sentence?

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Use a comma before the name in direct address, e.g., "Let's eat, Grandma.".

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What is the rule for using commas with coordinating conjunctions?

Back

Use a comma before a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) when it connects two independent clauses.

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What is the correct form of the verb 'to have' when the subject is singular?

Back

Use 'has' for singular subjects, e.g., "He has a book.".

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How do you correctly punctuate a sentence that includes a non-essential clause?

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Use commas to set off non-essential clauses, e.g., "My brother, who lives in New York, is visiting.".

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What is the purpose of a comma in a series?

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Commas are used to separate items in a list, e.g., "I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.".

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When should you not use a comma before 'and' in a list?

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Do not use a comma before 'and' if it connects the last two items in a simple list.

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What is the difference between 'its' and 'it's'?

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

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What punctuation is used to indicate a pause or break in a sentence?

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Dashes (—) can be used to indicate a pause or break in a sentence.