Revising and Editing

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences or coordinates words in the same clause. Examples include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What is passive voice?

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Passive voice is a grammatical construction where the subject of the sentence is acted upon by the verb. For example, 'The ball was thrown by John' is in passive voice.

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What is active voice?

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Active voice is a grammatical construction where the subject of the sentence performs the action of the verb. For example, 'John threw the ball' is in active voice.

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What is the difference between fact and opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment that is not based on proof.

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What is the purpose of revising a sentence?

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The purpose of revising a sentence is to improve clarity, coherence, and overall effectiveness of the writing.

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What are some common conjunctions?

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Common conjunctions include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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How can you identify passive voice in a sentence?

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Look for a form of the verb 'to be' followed by a past participle. The doer of the action may be introduced by 'by'.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses, usually joined by a conjunction.

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence is a sentence that contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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What is the role of punctuation in revising sentences?

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Punctuation helps clarify meaning, indicate pauses, and separate ideas, making sentences easier to read and understand.