REVISING AND EDITING PRACTICE

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What is imagery?

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Imagery is descriptive language that creates vivid pictures in the reader's mind, appealing to the senses.

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What punctuation is used to separate hours and minutes in time?

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A colon (:) is used to separate hours and minutes, e.g., 6:30.

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Which words should be capitalized in a sentence?

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Proper nouns and the first word of a sentence should be capitalized, e.g., 'Mom' and 'Gatorade'.

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What is the correct form of 'they're' in possessive context?

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The correct form is 'their' when indicating possession.

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What makes a closing sentence effective?

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An effective closing sentence summarizes the main idea and leaves a strong impression, e.g., 'I’m going to get right back in line and ride the Viper again!'.

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What is the purpose of revising a sentence?

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Revising a sentence improves clarity, correctness, and overall quality of writing.

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

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

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What is a semicolon used for?

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A semicolon (;) is used to connect closely related independent clauses.

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What is the role of descriptive language in writing?

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Descriptive language enhances the reader's experience by providing details that evoke sensory responses.

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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.