Revising & Editing #1

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What is the purpose of combining sentences?

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To create more complex and interesting sentences that convey information more effectively.

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What are conjunctions?

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Words that connect clauses or sentences, such as 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet' (FANBOYS).

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What is a compound sentence?

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A sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

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What is punctuation?

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The use of symbols like commas, periods, and question marks to clarify meaning in writing.

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What is the role of a comma in a sentence?

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To indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, separate items in a list, or clarify meaning.

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What does it mean to edit a sentence?

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To revise a sentence for clarity, conciseness, and correctness.

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A sentence that incorrectly combines two or more independent clauses without proper punctuation or conjunctions.

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What is the difference between a dependent clause and an independent clause?

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An independent clause can stand alone as a sentence, while a dependent clause cannot.

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What is the correct way to punctuate a list?

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Use commas to separate items in a list, and use 'and' before the last item.

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What is the function of an introductory phrase?

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To provide context or background information before the main clause of a sentence.