STAAR Review #1 PRACTICE: 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 the purpose of a comma in a sentence?

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A comma is used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence or to separate items in a list.

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What does it mean to revise a sentence?

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To revise a sentence means to change it in order to improve clarity, coherence, or correctness.

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What is a transition word?

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A transition word is a word or phrase that connects ideas and helps the flow of writing. Examples include 'however', 'therefore', and 'similarly'.

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What is the difference between 'chooses' and 'selects'?

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Both words mean to pick or decide on something, but 'selects' is often used in more formal contexts.

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What is the function of a subject in a sentence?

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The subject of a sentence is the person, place, thing, or idea that is doing or being something.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence because it 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 cannot stand alone as a sentence because it does not express a complete thought.

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What is the correct punctuation for compound sentences?

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In compound sentences, a comma is used before the conjunction that connects two independent clauses.

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What is the role of an editor?

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An editor reviews and makes changes to written content to improve clarity, coherence, and correctness.