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What is editing?

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Editing is the process of reviewing and correcting written material to improve clarity, accuracy, and overall quality.

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What is a common reason for editing a sentence?

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To correct grammatical errors, improve sentence structure, or enhance clarity.

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What does it mean to capitalize a word?

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Capitalizing a word means writing it with an uppercase letter, usually at the beginning of a sentence or for proper nouns.

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What is a proper noun?

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A proper noun is a specific name for a particular person, place, or organization, and it is always capitalized.

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What is a comma used for in a sentence?

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A comma is used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, separate items in a list, or set off clauses.

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What is the difference between 'rely' and 'relied'?

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'Rely' is the present tense form of the verb, while 'relied' is the past tense form.

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What does it mean to insert a comma?

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To insert a comma means to add a comma in a sentence to clarify meaning or improve readability.

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What is the purpose of proofreading?

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Proofreading is the final step in the editing process, where the text is checked for spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors.

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What is a sentence fragment?

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A sentence fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone as a sentence.

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What is the role of punctuation in writing?

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Punctuation helps clarify meaning, indicate pauses, and separate ideas within sentences.