STAAR Review

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What is scratch paper used for?

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Scratch paper is used for rough work, calculations, or notes that do not need to be submitted.

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What is the correct way to capitalize proper nouns?

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Proper nouns, like 'Antarctica', should always be capitalized.

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How can you effectively revise a sentence?

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Effective revision may involve clarifying ideas, improving structure, or enhancing word choice.

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What is the correct spelling of 'temperatures'?

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The correct spelling is 'temperatures'.

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When is no change needed in a sentence?

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No change is needed when the sentence is already clear and grammatically correct.

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What does it mean to change 'You'd' to 'You're'?

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Changing 'You'd' (you would) to 'You're' (you are) alters the meaning of the sentence.

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What is the purpose of revising a text?

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The purpose of revising is to improve clarity, coherence, and overall quality of the writing.

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What is a common mistake in capitalization?

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A common mistake is failing to capitalize proper nouns.

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What is the role of punctuation in a sentence?

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Punctuation helps clarify meaning and indicates pauses or stops in writing.

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What does it mean to delete a comma?

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Deleting a comma can change the flow of a sentence and may affect its meaning.