STAAR Revising/Editing

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What is the purpose of revising and editing in writing?

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To improve clarity, coherence, and correctness in a text by making necessary changes.

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What is a comma used for in a sentence?

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To indicate a pause between parts of a sentence or to separate items in a list.

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What is the difference between 'wheather' and 'whether'?

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'Wheather' is a misspelling; 'whether' is a conjunction used to introduce alternatives.

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What does it mean to change a verb from present to past tense?

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It involves altering the verb form to indicate that the action has already occurred.

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What is an apostrophe used for?

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To show possession or to indicate omitted letters in contractions.

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What is the role of a semicolon in a sentence?

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To connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list.

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What does 'clearer' indicate in writing?

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It is a comparative form of 'clear,' suggesting a higher degree of clarity.

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What is the significance of sentence structure in writing?

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It affects the readability and flow of the text, making it easier or harder to understand.

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What does it mean to insert a comma in a sentence?

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To add a comma to clarify meaning or separate elements within the sentence.

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What is the correct form of possessive for 'elephants'?

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The correct form is 'elephants’' indicating that something belongs to the elephants.