Revising and Editing

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What is the purpose of revising a text?

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

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What does editing involve in the writing process?

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Making corrections to grammar, punctuation, spelling, and formatting.

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Define 'capitalization' in writing.

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The use of uppercase letters at the beginning of sentences and for proper nouns.

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What is a 'proper noun'? Give an example.

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A specific name for a person, place, or organization, e.g., 'Mississippi'.

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What is the difference between 'I' and 'me'?

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'I' is used as a subject, while 'me' is used as an object in a sentence.

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What is a common mistake in spelling the word 'musician'?

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Spelling it as 'musiciun' instead of 'musician'.

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What does it mean to 'proofread' a document?

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To read through a text to find and correct errors before finalizing it.

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What is the significance of punctuation in writing?

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Punctuation helps clarify meaning and indicates pauses in sentences.

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What is an example of a sentence that needs capitalization?

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"last summer, my family and i camped by the mississippi river." should be "Last summer, my family and I camped by the Mississippi River."

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What does 'correct as is' mean in editing?

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It means that the text does not require any changes.