1st Nine Weeks Editing Review

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What is the correct form of the word 'supply’s'?

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The correct form is 'supplies'. 'Supply’s' is a possessive form, while 'supplies' is the plural form.

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What is the correct spelling of 'subsaquent'?

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The correct spelling is 'subsequent'. It refers to something that follows.

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What is the error in the phrase 'there isn’t nothing'?

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The error is a double negative. It should be 'there isn’t anything' or 'there is nothing'.

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What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence 'Reading are my favorite activity'?

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The correct form is 'is'. The sentence should read 'Reading is my favorite activity'.

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What does the word 'could' indicate in a sentence?

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The word 'could' indicates a possibility or ability in the past.

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What is the difference between 'could' and 'couldn’t'?

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'Could' indicates ability or possibility, while 'couldn’t' indicates inability or impossibility.

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What is a semicolon used for?

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A semicolon is used to connect closely related independent clauses.

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What is the purpose of a comma in a sentence?

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A comma is used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence or to separate items in a list.

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What is the meaning of 'independent study'?

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Independent study refers to learning that is self-directed and not supervised by a teacher.

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What is the correct usage of 'their' vs 'there'?

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'Their' is a possessive pronoun indicating ownership, while 'there' refers to a place.