Question

1-) When writers edit sentences for errors in​ punctuation, they

A- revise errors in parallelism.
B- correct errors with semicolons.
C- fix capitalization errors.
D- correct mistakes in spelling.

2-) One of the best ways to edit sentences for errors in punctuation is to

A- list the rules for using commas and periods.
B- replace someone​ else's ideas with original ideas
C- check for errors with possessive pronouns and contractions.
D- consider who will read or listen to the essay.

3-) One of the best ways to edit sentences for errors in grammar is to

A- consider who will read or listen to the essay.
B- make sure that all​ commas, periods, and semicolons are correct.
C- replace someone​ else's ideas with original ideas.
D- first review common grammar and usage errors.

4-) Identify what writers might look for when editing an essay for errors in grammar and usage.

A- problems with pronoun use
B- mistakes with capitalization
C- ways to replace overused words
D- insufficient details and description

5-) Identify the editing strategy.

A- listing places to research information
B- putting the information researched into original words
C- correcting errors in words with apostrophes
D- finding research from reliable sources

6-) Identify what would happen if a writer skipped the editing phase.

A- The essay would likely have some mistakes.
B- The essay would be too short to support the thesis.
C- The writer would not write any ideas down on paper.
D- The writer​ won't gather and record information.

Answer 1

1 -B- correct errors with semicolons

2 -A- list the rules for using commas and periods.

3 -D- first review common grammar and usage errors.

4 -A- problems with pronoun use

5 -C- correcting errors in words with apostrophes

6 -A- The essay would likely have some mistakes.