5th Grade Writing Process

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What is the editing stage in the writing process?

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The editing stage is when you check for capitalization, usage, punctuation, and spelling in your writing.

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How do you correct the sentence: Mom surprised us all when she declared, "let's all go get pizza!"

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Change 'let's' to 'Let's'.

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When do you use quotation marks in a sentence?

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You use quotation marks to quote what someone said.

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What does 'setting' mean in a story?

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Setting means the time and place in which the events happen in a story.

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What happens in the revising stage of writing?

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In the revising stage, you add sentences, remove unneeded words/phrases, move or change a sentence or word placement, and substitute sentences or words for others.

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What is the purpose of the pre-writing stage?

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The pre-writing stage is for brainstorming ideas and planning your writing before you start drafting.

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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.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment.

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What are transition words?

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Transition words are words or phrases that help connect ideas and guide readers through a text.

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What is the purpose of the publishing stage?

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The publishing stage is when you share your final piece of writing with others.