STAAR revise and edit review

What is the importance of capitalization in sentences?

• It is only important for proper nouns.

• It helps in making sentences longer.

• It is important for proper nouns and the beginning of sentences, e.g., 'The' instead of 'the'.

• It has no significance in writing.

What is a common error in spelling that can change the meaning of a word?

• Using 'dear' instead of 'deer'

• Using 'their' instead of 'there'

• Using 'to' instead of 'too'

• Using 'flower' instead of 'flour'

What is the correct spelling of the word that refers to illumination?

• lite

• light

• lait

• lyte

What is the correct term for a dry, sandy area with little vegetation?

• Dessert

• Desert

• Drought

• Savanna

What is the role of conjunctions in sentences?

• Conjunctions connect words, phrases, or clauses.

• Conjunctions indicate the end of a sentence.

• Conjunctions are used to express strong emotions.

• Conjunctions replace nouns in a sentence.

What is the significance of proofreading?

• It helps improve the overall design of a document.

• It ensures the document is visually appealing.

• Proofreading helps catch errors in spelling, grammar, and punctuation before finalizing a document.

• It allows for the addition of new content without review.

What is the correct spelling of the number that represents '2'?

• too

• two

• toe

• to

What punctuation is often used to separate items in a list?

• Semicolons

• Commas

• Periods

• Colons

What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?

• To summarize the entire essay in one sentence.

• To present the main argument or point of the essay.

• To provide background information on the topic.

• To list the sources used in the essay.

What is the function of an adjective in a sentence?

• An adjective describes or modifies a noun.

• An adjective is a type of verb.

• An adjective connects two clauses.

• An adjective indicates the tense of a sentence.