STAAR Review: Revising & Editing

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What is a transition word?

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A transition word is a word or phrase that connects ideas, sentences, or paragraphs, helping to guide the reader through the text.

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What transition word indicates a cause/effect relationship?

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The transition word 'Therefore' indicates a cause/effect relationship.

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What is the difference between 'It's' and 'Its'?

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'It's' is a contraction for 'it is' or 'it has', while 'its' is a possessive pronoun indicating ownership.

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When should you use 'alright' instead of 'all right'?

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'Alright' is an informal variant of 'all right', often used in casual writing.

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What is the correct usage of 'who' and 'whom'?

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'Who' is used as a subject, while 'whom' is used as an object in a sentence.

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What does 'set' mean in the context of placing something down?

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'Set' means to place something in a specific position.

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What does 'sit' mean?

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'Sit' means to rest on a seat or to be in a position where one's weight is supported by the buttocks.

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What is the purpose of revising a text?

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The purpose of revising a text is to improve its content, structure, and clarity.

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What is editing in writing?

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Editing involves correcting grammar, punctuation, spelling, and formatting errors in a text.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction.