STAAR Revising and Editing Practice

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What is a complete sentence?

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A complete sentence expresses a complete thought and includes a subject and a verb.

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What is a sentence fragment?

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A sentence fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought and is missing either a subject or a verb.

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What is the purpose of revising a thesis statement?

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The purpose of revising a thesis statement is to ensure it clearly presents the main argument or point of the paper.

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What is the correct verb form for the subject 'The game Super Mario Brothers'?

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The correct verb form is 'has' because 'game' is singular.

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What should you do when you encounter a spelling question?

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You should use a dictionary to verify the correct spelling.

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What is the role of a thesis statement in an essay?

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A thesis statement provides the main idea and direction of the essay, guiding the reader on what to expect.

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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 semicolon used for?

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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 the importance of reading the whole passage in the STAAR Revising and Editing section?

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Reading the whole passage helps to understand the context and make informed revisions.

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What is a thesis statement example?

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An example of a thesis statement: 'Climate change is the most pressing issue of our time, requiring immediate action from governments and individuals alike.'