STAAR Editing and Revising Prep

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What is the purpose of editing and revising in writing?

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To improve clarity, coherence, and overall quality of the text.

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What does it mean to change a word to its correct form?

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It means to use the appropriate grammatical or spelling form of a word to ensure accuracy.

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What is a common reason for changing a word in a sentence?

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To correct grammatical errors or improve sentence structure.

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What is the difference between 'finded' and 'found'?

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'Finded' is incorrect; the correct past tense of 'find' is 'found'.

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What does it mean to use a conjunction in a sentence?

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A conjunction connects words, phrases, or clauses to create complex sentences.

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What is the correct way to express a contrasting idea in writing?

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Using conjunctions like 'but' or 'however' to show contrast.

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What is the significance of capitalization in writing?

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Capitalization is used to indicate proper nouns and the beginning of sentences.

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What is a complete sentence?

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A complete sentence has a subject and a predicate and expresses a complete thought.

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What does 'no change is needed' imply in editing?

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It means the original sentence is correct as it is and does not require any modifications.

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What is the role of punctuation in writing?

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Punctuation helps clarify meaning and indicates pauses or stops in sentences.