Writing STAAR Review

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What is the purpose of revising a sentence?

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To improve clarity, coherence, and overall effectiveness of the writing.

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What does it mean to insert a comma in a sentence?

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To indicate a pause or separate elements within the sentence for better readability.

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What is a supporting sentence?

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A sentence that provides additional information or evidence to back up the main idea of a paragraph.

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What is the difference between 'decide' and 'decided'?

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'Decide' is the present tense form of the verb, while 'decided' is the past tense form.

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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.

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What does it mean to change a word to its correct form?

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It means to modify a word to fit grammatically within the context of the sentence.

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What is the role of transition words in writing?

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

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What is the importance of sentence structure?

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Proper sentence structure ensures clarity and helps convey the intended message effectively.

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What is an example of a run-on sentence?

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

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What does 'no change needed' imply in a revision question?

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It means that the original sentence is correct and does not require any modifications.