Editing and Revising

Multiple Choice

Which editing technique would be used to correct a redundant sentence?

• Add

• Move

• Substitute

• Remove

​The Importance of Physical Education in Schools: Nurturing Healthy Habits for a Lifetime

(1) Physical education (PE) has long been a staple in school curriculum, providing students with times to engage in physical activities and develop essential life skills. (2) However, as schools grapple with budget constraints and shifting priorities, the value of physical education is sometimes questioned. (3) It’s necessary to have physical education in schools to promote overall health, foster social skills, and instill lifelong habits for a healthier future.

Multiple Choice

The word times is not the most effective word to use in sentence 1. Which word best replaces times in the sentence?

• places

• opportunities

• space

• hours

Multiple Choice

Kasey wants to add the following idea to the first paragraph (sentences 1-3):

"Without it, what does the health of our future look like?"

Where is the most effective place to add this sentence?

• Before sentence 1

• After sentence 1

• After sentence 2

• After sentence 3

​(4) One argument in favor of physical education programs is the role they play in the growing issue of childhood obesity. (5) These classes help development motor skills, coordination, and cardiovascular health. (6) Moreover, physical education instills healthy habits early in life. (7) The habits formed during childhood often carry into growing up, and fostering a love for physical activity can lead to a lifetime of health and well-being. (8) By combining enjoyable and age-appropriate activities, PE classes can make it more likely that students will continue to prioritize physical activity as they grow older.

Open Ended

1. The phrase "growing up" in sentence 7 is unclear. Which word or phrase should replace growing up to create a more effective sentence?

Rewrite the sentence to make it clear and effective.

Multiple Choice

 Kasey wants to add some clarity to paragraph 2. (sentences 4–8). Which of these sentences could best follow sentence 4?

• The increase in childhood obesity is directly related to the advancements in recent technology.

• With sedentary lifestyles on the rise, physical education classes offer regular physical activity.

• Additionally, physical education provides an inclusive environment that caters to students with varying abilities and interests.

• P.E is also a staple in schools all across the world.

​(9) Some may be surprised to know that PE helps outside of the gym. (10) Beyond physical health, some argue that physical education contributes to the development of social and interpersonal skills. (11) These skills positively impact students' ability to collaborate and navigate social situations throughout their lives. (12) Through team sports, group activities, and cooperative games, students learn valuable lessons in teamwork, communication, and sportsmanship. (13) These skills go beyond the gymnasium.

Multiple Choice

Sentence 11 interrupts the clarity of paragraph 3.  Where should this sentence be moved?

• Before sentence 9

• After sentence 9

• After sentence 12

• After sentence 13