Editing

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What is the correct way to capitalize a name in English?

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Capitalize the first letter of each part of a person's name. For example, 'George W. Bush'.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence consists of two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (e.g., and, but, or). Example: 'I wrote my essay, and I did a revision.'

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What is the rule for using commas in a compound sentence?

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Use a comma before the coordinating conjunction when joining two independent clauses. Example: 'I wrote my essay, and I did a revision.'

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What is the correct punctuation for introductory clauses?

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Use a comma after an introductory clause. Example: 'Since it's so hot, I want to go swimming.'

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What is the difference between a dependent and an independent clause?

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An independent clause can stand alone as a sentence, while a dependent clause cannot. Example: 'Although it was raining (dependent), we went outside (independent).'

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What is the purpose of capitalization in writing?

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Capitalization is used to indicate the beginning of sentences, proper nouns, and titles.

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are joined without proper punctuation or conjunctions.

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What is the correct way to punctuate a sentence with a conjunction?

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Use a comma before the conjunction if it connects two independent clauses. Example: 'I like apples, and I like oranges.'

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What is the rule for capitalizing titles?

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Capitalize the first and last words of a title, as well as all major words in between. Example: 'The Great Gatsby'.

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What is the function of a semicolon?

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A semicolon is used to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list.