Revising and Editing Practice

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What is the purpose of revising and editing in writing?

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Revising and editing improve clarity, coherence, and overall quality of writing by correcting errors and enhancing the message.

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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 appropriate punctuation or conjunction.

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What is the difference between 'affect' and 'effect'?

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'Affect' is a verb meaning to influence something, while 'effect' is a noun meaning the result of a change.

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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 does not express a complete thought.

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What is the role of punctuation in writing?

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Punctuation helps clarify meaning, indicate pauses, and separate ideas within sentences.

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What is the correct use of commas in a list?

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Commas are used to separate items in a list, with a comma before the conjunction in a series (Oxford comma is optional).

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What is the importance of subject-verb agreement?

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Subject-verb agreement ensures that the subject and verb in a sentence match in number (singular or plural), which is essential for grammatical accuracy.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay or research paper.

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What is the purpose of a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence introduces the main idea of a paragraph and sets the tone for the content that follows.

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What is the difference between active and passive voice?

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In active voice, the subject performs the action (e.g., 'The cat chased the mouse'). In passive voice, the subject receives the action (e.g., 'The mouse was chased by the cat').