Writing Conventions and Mechanics

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What is capitalization?

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

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When should you capitalize the word 'I'?

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The word 'I' should always be capitalized when it refers to oneself.

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What is a synonym for 'scared'?

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A synonym for 'scared' is 'frightened.'

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What is the purpose of editing your writing?

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The purpose of editing is to improve clarity, grammar, and overall quality of the writing.

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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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What is a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are joined without proper punctuation or conjunction.

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What is the correct way to list items in a sentence?

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Items in a list should be separated by commas, and 'and' is used before the last item.

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What is a complete sentence?

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A complete sentence has a subject, a verb, and expresses a complete thought.

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What is the difference between 'there,' 'their,' and 'they're'?

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'There' refers to a place, 'their' shows possession, and 'they're' is a contraction for 'they are.'

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What is punctuation?

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Punctuation refers to the marks used in writing to separate sentences and clarify meaning.