Revising and Editing Practice

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What is the correct way to use commas in a sentence?

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Commas are used to separate items in a list, before conjunctions in compound sentences, and to set off introductory elements.

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How should proper nouns be capitalized?

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Proper nouns, such as names of people, places, and brands, should always be capitalized.

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What punctuation is used to indicate a quote?

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Quotation marks are used to indicate the exact words spoken or written by someone.

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What is the correct plural form of 'shoe'?

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The correct plural form is 'shoes'.

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What is the difference between 'who's' and 'whose'?

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'Who's' is a contraction for 'who is' or 'who has', while 'whose' is a possessive form used to indicate ownership.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is made up of two independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

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When should you use an apostrophe?

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An apostrophe is used to show possession or to form contractions.

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What is the purpose of a period in a sentence?

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A period is used to indicate the end of a declarative sentence.

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How do you identify a complete sentence?

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A complete sentence must have a subject, a verb, and express a complete thought.

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What is the function of a conjunction?

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A conjunction connects words, phrases, or clauses in a sentence.