Revising and Editing

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What is the purpose of revising and editing in writing?

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To improve clarity, coherence, and correctness in a written piece.

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What is a conjunction?

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A word that connects clauses or sentences, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

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When should you use a comma before a conjunction?

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When connecting two independent clauses.

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What is an independent clause?

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A group of words that can stand alone as a sentence, containing a subject and a verb.

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What is the difference between 'a' and 'an'?

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Use 'a' before words that begin with a consonant sound and 'an' before words that begin with a vowel sound.

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What is a common spelling error in the word 'secretary'?

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The correct spelling is 'secretary', not 'secratary'.

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What punctuation is needed after an introductory phrase?

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A comma is typically needed after an introductory phrase.

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What is the correct way to punctuate a compound sentence?

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Use a comma before the conjunction connecting the two independent clauses.

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What does it mean to edit a piece of writing?

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To make corrections and improvements to grammar, punctuation, and style.

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What is the role of a semicolon in a sentence?

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To connect closely related independent clauses.