Revising and Editing

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What is revising?

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Revising is the process of reviewing and making changes to a piece of writing to improve its content, structure, and clarity.

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What is editing?

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Editing is the process of correcting grammar, punctuation, spelling, and formatting errors in a piece of writing.

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What is the difference between 'then' and 'than'?

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'Then' refers to time, while 'than' is used for comparisons.

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Why is capitalization important in writing?

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Capitalization is important because it helps to indicate the beginning of sentences and proper nouns, making writing clearer.

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What is a quotation mark used for?

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Quotation marks are used to indicate the exact words spoken by someone or to highlight a specific phrase.

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What does it mean to proofread?

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Proofreading is the final step in the writing process where you check for any remaining errors before publishing or submitting.

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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 a comma splice?

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A comma splice is a grammatical error that occurs when two independent clauses are joined by just a comma without a coordinating conjunction.

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What is the purpose of a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

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What is a subject in a sentence?

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The subject is the part of a sentence that tells who or what the sentence is about.