Editing and Revising

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What is editing?

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Editing is the process of reviewing and correcting written text to improve clarity, flow, and overall quality.

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What is revising?

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Revising involves making changes to the content of a piece of writing, such as adding, removing, or reorganizing information.

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What is a common reason for editing a sentence?

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To correct spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors.

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What does it mean to proofread?

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Proofreading is the final step in the writing process where you check for typos and minor errors before publishing.

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What is a comma used for?

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A comma is used to separate items in a list, join independent clauses, or set off introductory elements.

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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 a fragment?

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A fragment is an incomplete sentence that lacks a main clause.

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What is the purpose of quotation marks?

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Quotation marks are used to indicate direct speech or to highlight specific phrases.

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What is the difference between 'their', 'there', and 'they're'?

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'Their' shows possession, 'there' indicates a place, and 'they're' is a contraction for 'they are'.

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What is the correct way to write dates?

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The correct way to write dates is to place the day after the month, followed by the year, e.g., March 2, 2015.