Edit & Revise Practice

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What is the purpose of changing a period to a question mark in a sentence?

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To indicate that the sentence is a question rather than a statement.

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What does the word 'despite' mean in the context of a sentence?

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It means 'in spite of' or 'regardless of'.

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Why is it important to use a comma after the word 'continued' in dialogue?

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To separate the dialogue tag from the spoken words, clarifying the sentence structure.

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What is the correct form of 'too' when indicating direction or purpose?

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The correct form is 'to'.

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Why should 'revolution' be capitalized in a sentence?

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Because it refers to a specific historical event, the American Revolution.

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What is a dialogue tag?

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A phrase that attributes spoken words to a speaker, often including verbs like 'said' or 'asked'.

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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'.

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What is the function of a comma in a sentence?

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To indicate a pause, separate elements, or clarify meaning.

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What does 'capitalize' mean in writing?

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To write a letter in uppercase form.

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What is the significance of punctuation in written communication?

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Punctuation helps convey meaning, tone, and structure in writing.