Mastering Essay Revision and Editing Techniques

What is the primary focus of revision in writing?

• Improving clarity of sentences

• Reducing the length of the text

• Enhancing the development of arguments

• Correcting grammatical errors

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of editing?

• To improve punctuation

• To ensure grammatical accuracy

• To make arguments less clear

• To correct spelling mistakes

Which statement best describes a strong thesis statement?

• It is general and covers a broad topic.

• It specifically supports the argument with reasons.

• It is written without considering the audience.

• It only states the topic without any supporting reason.

What should a writer use to support topic sentences in academic writing?

• Personal opinions

• General knowledge

• Common sense

• Evidence from reading resources

Why is it important to use transition words between paragraphs?

• To ensure smooth flow of ideas

• To increase the word count

• To confuse the reader

• To add more content

What is the purpose of paraphrasing the thesis statement in the conclusion?

• To fill space in the conclusion

• To repeat the introduction verbatim

• To remind the reader of the main argument

• To introduce new ideas

What is a common issue with choppy sentences?

• They are overly concise

• They are too complex

• They make writing seem unprofessional

• They enhance readability

How can wordy sentences be improved?

• By adding more details

• By removing redundant words

• By splitting into multiple sentences

• By using simpler words

What should be done with run-on sentences?

• Leave them as is for complexity

• Use proper punctuation to split them

• Combine them with other sentences

• Make them longer

What is the benefit of deleting phrases like 'in my opinion' in academic writing?

• None of the above

• Increases the page count

• Makes the writing more objective

• Reduces clarity