Revising and Editing Review

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What is the purpose of combining sentences in writing?

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Combining sentences helps to improve the flow of writing, reduce repetition, and create more complex and nuanced ideas.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects two independent clauses, such as 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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How do you correctly use a comma before a coordinating conjunction?

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A comma is used before a coordinating conjunction when it connects two independent clauses.

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What is the difference between 'correct' and 'correctly'?

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'Correct' is an adjective that describes something as accurate, while 'correctly' is an adverb that describes the manner in which an action is performed.

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When should you use a comma after an introductory phrase?

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A comma should be used after an introductory phrase to separate it from the main clause of the sentence.

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What is an expository essay?

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An expository essay is a type of writing that explains, describes, or informs the reader about a specific topic.

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What is the function of quotation marks in writing?

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Quotation marks are used to indicate direct speech, quotations, or titles of short works.

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What is the rule for punctuating dialogue?

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When writing dialogue, a comma is used to separate the dialogue from the tag (e.g., 'he said') and punctuation marks are placed inside the quotation marks.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone.