STAAR editing practice

Front

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

Back

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

Front

What is a comma used for in a sentence?

Back

A comma is used to separate items in a list, to indicate a pause, or to separate clauses.

Front

What is the correct past tense of 'stir'?

Back

The correct past tense of 'stir' is 'stirred'.

Front

What is a run-on sentence?

Back

A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are joined without proper punctuation.

Front

What is the purpose of editing in writing?

Back

Editing improves clarity, correctness, and overall quality of the writing.

Front

What is a complete sentence?

Back

A complete sentence has a subject and a predicate and expresses a complete thought.

Front

What does it mean to insert a comma?

Back

Inserting a comma means adding a punctuation mark to clarify meaning or separate elements in a sentence.

Front

What is the role of conjunctions in a sentence?

Back

Conjunctions connect words, phrases, or clauses to create complex sentences.

Front

What is the importance of using correct verb tense?

Back

Using the correct verb tense ensures that the timing of actions is clear and accurate.

Front

What is a subject in a sentence?

Back

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