Editing and Revising Argumentative Essays

What color should commas be highlighted in to check for run-on sentences?

• Green

• Blue

• Orange

• Red

What should be added between two complete sentences to avoid a run-on error?

• A period

• A comma

• A coordinating conjunction

• A semicolon

Which tool is used to highlight text in the editing process?

• A marker

• A pen

• A pencil

• A paintbrush

What type of words should be underlined because they are often unnecessary?

• Filler words

• Adjectives

• Nouns

• Verbs

What should you do if you find a spelling mistake in your draft?

• Use a dictionary

• Delete the word

• Ignore it

• Correct it using tools

Which sentences need to be highlighted in green?

• Exclamations

• Questions

• Compound sentences

• Simple sentences

What color should internal citations be highlighted in?

• Blue

• Purple

• Pink

• Yellow

Why is it recommended to read the essay aloud?

• To memorize it

• To practice public speaking

• To entertain others

• To catch errors

What font and size should the final submission be in?

• Times New Roman, 10

• Arial, 12

• Verdana, 13

• Calibri, 11

What should you ensure before submitting the final draft?

• It is single-spaced

• It contains contractions

• It has no highlights

• It is double-spaced