STAAR Editing Practice

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What is the purpose of editing in writing?

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The purpose of editing is to improve the clarity, coherence, and overall quality of a written piece by correcting errors in grammar, punctuation, and style.

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What is a subject-verb agreement?

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Subject-verb agreement means that the subject and verb in a sentence must agree in number (singular or plural). For example, 'He runs' (singular) vs. 'They run' (plural).

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What is a fragment in a sentence?

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A fragment is an incomplete sentence that lacks a main clause. It does not express a complete thought.

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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 role of commas in a sentence?

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Commas are used to separate items in a list, set off introductory elements, and clarify sentence structure.

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What is the difference between 'its' and 'it's'?

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'Its' is a possessive pronoun meaning 'belonging to it,' while 'it's' is a contraction for 'it is' or 'it has.'

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What is a misplaced modifier?

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A misplaced modifier is a word or phrase that is not placed correctly in a sentence, leading to confusion about what it modifies.

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What is the importance of using active voice in writing?

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Using active voice makes sentences clearer and more direct, as the subject performs the action rather than receiving it.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay or research paper.

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What is the function of transition words in writing?

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Transition words help to connect ideas and guide the reader through the text, improving the flow of writing.