Practice STAAR Revising and Editing Questions

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What is revising in writing?

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Revising is the process of reviewing and making changes to improve the content and structure of a piece of writing.

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What is editing in writing?

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Editing involves correcting grammar, punctuation, spelling, and formatting errors in a piece of writing.

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What does it mean to remove a sentence from a paragraph?

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Removing a sentence means taking it out because it does not fit with the main idea or flow of the paragraph.

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What is a semicolon used for?

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A semicolon is used to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list.

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What is the purpose of a transition word?

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Transition words help to connect ideas and guide the reader through the text.

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What does it mean to change a word in a sentence?

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Changing a word in a sentence can improve clarity, accuracy, or flow of the writing.

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are joined without proper punctuation.

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What is the importance of sentence structure?

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Sentence structure affects the clarity and readability of writing, making it easier for readers to understand.

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What is a fragment in writing?

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A fragment is an incomplete sentence that lacks a main clause and cannot stand alone.

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What does 'no change needed' mean in editing?

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'No change needed' indicates that the sentence is already correct and does not require any revisions.