revise and editing practice

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What is the purpose of revising and editing a text?

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To improve clarity, coherence, and correctness in 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 or conjunction.

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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' or 'it has'.

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What is a comma splice?

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A comma splice is the incorrect use of a comma to join two independent clauses without a coordinating conjunction.

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What is the function of a semicolon?

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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 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 combine sentences?

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Combining sentences involves merging two or more sentences into one to enhance flow and coherence.

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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 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).

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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.