Editing and Proofreading: Enhance Your Writing Skills for TOEFL Preparation

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT an error that can be identified during proofreading?

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Appropriate word usage

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Incorrect verb tense

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Misspellings

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Inconsistent punctuation

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a thesis statement?

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Is a statement of fact

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Makes a claim

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Is supported by evidence

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Is debatable

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a type of logical fallacy?

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Peer review

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Ad hominem

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Hasty generalization

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Circular reasoning

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of peer review?

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Wasting time

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Identifying errors

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Improving clarity

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Getting feedback on your ideas

Question 5

What is the best way to cite a book?

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Any of the above

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Using MLA format

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Using APA format

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Using Chicago format

Question 6

What is a primary benefit of having another person proofread your writing?

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It can help you identify errors that you may have missed.

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It can provide feedback on the overall organization of your writing.

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It is unnecessary if you are a proficient writer.

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It can only help with identifying spelling errors.

Question 7

What is a key element of a thorough proofreading process?

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Effective proofreading checks for style and clarity issues.

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Proofreading should happen only after finishing writing.

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Proofreading should only focus on grammar mistakes.

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Proofreading should be done quickly without stopping.

Question 8

Identify the spelling error in the following sentence: "He is a very intelligent student."

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Inteligent

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student

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He

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very

Question 9

Which punctuation mark should be used after the following sentence: "The weather was beautiful yesterday"?

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Period (.)

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Exclamation mark (!)

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Question mark (?)

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Comma (,)

Question 10

Which sentence is written in the passive voice?

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The book was written by the author.

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The author wrote the book.

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The book is very interesting.

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The author is a famous writer.

Question 11

Identify the error in the following sentence: "I am going to the store for buy some groceries."

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buy

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going

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store

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I

Question 12

Which word is a preposition?

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On

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The

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Very

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Beautiful

Question 13

Which sentence uses parallelism correctly?

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He likes to read, write, and play soccer.

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He like to read, write, and play soccer.

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He likes reading, write, and soccer.

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He likes reading, to write, and playing soccer.

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of proofreading?

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To add new information to the text.

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To ensure that the writing is clear and concise.

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To make sure that the writing flows smoothly.

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To find errors in grammar and spelling.

Question 15

Select the sentence that demonstrates correct grammar and usage.

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I went to the store and purchased some milk.

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I went to the store and buy some milk.

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I go to the store and buy some milk.

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I gone to the store and buy some milk.

Question 16

Identify the correctly spelled word.

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receive

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recieve

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recieve

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recieve

Question 17

Identify the sentence that contains a dangling modifier.

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Walking down the street, the dog barked at me.

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The dog barked at me while I was walking down the street.

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As I was walking down the street, the dog barked at me.

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The dog, walking down the street, barked at me.

Question 18

Identify the sentence written in the past perfect tense.

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I had already eaten dinner when you arrived.

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I was eating dinner when you arrived.

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I ate dinner when you arrived.

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I will eat dinner when you arrive.

Question 19

Choose the sentence written in the future perfect tense.

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I will have finished my work by the time you arrive.

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I finished my work before you arrived.

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I will finish my work when you arrive.

Question 20

Identify the sentence written in the present perfect continuous tense.

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I have been studying English for five years.

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I studied English for five years.

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I was studying English for five years.

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I will study English for five years.

Question 21

Choose the sentence written in the past perfect continuous tense.

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I had been studying English for five years when I arrived in the United States.

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I studied English for five years when I arrived in the United States.

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I was studying English for five years when I arrived in the United States.

Question 22

Identify the sentence that is grammatically correct.

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The students are diligently studying for their upcoming exams.

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The students are studying diligent for their upcoming exams.

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The student are studying diligently for their upcoming exams.

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The students was diligently studying for their upcoming exams.

Question 23

Which of the following words is spelled correctly?

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definitely

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definately

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definatly

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definitly

Question 24

In the sentence 'The students were exhausted; they needed to rest,' where should a comma be placed?

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The students were exhausted, so they needed to rest.

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The students, were exhausted they needed to rest.

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The students, were exhausted. So they needed to rest.

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The students were exhausted, therefore, they needed to rest.

Question 25

Which sentence is written in the active voice?

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The students actively participated in the discussion.

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The discussion was actively participated in by the students.

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The students have actively participated in the discussion.

Question 26

Which word best completes the sentence: The students were _____ themselves for their final project?

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preparing

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prepares

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prepare

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will prepare

Question 27

Which word is a synonym for 'error'?

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mistake

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failure

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achievement

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success

Question 28

Which sentence uses parallel structure correctly?

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The students studied, reviewed the material, and prepared thoroughly for their exams.

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The students studied, reviewed the material thoroughly and prepared for their exams.

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The students studied, reviewing the material and preparing thoroughly for their exams.

Question 29

Which sentence is most concise and clear?

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The students took the exam.

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The students proceeded to the exam room and completed the exam.

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The students who had prepared diligently took the exam.

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After completing their studies, the students took the exam.

Question 30

Which sentence uses the correct pronoun?

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The students gave their presentations confidently.

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The students gave them presentations confidently.

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The students gave theirselves presentations confidently.

Question 31

Identify the sentence that contains a grammatical error:

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The dog, who wagged its tail, run towards me.

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She has been studying English for two years.

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He asked me if I wanted to go to the movies.

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I am going to the store to buy some groceries.

Question 32

Select the sentence that uses correct punctuation:

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I love to eat pizza, but I don't like anchovies.

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I love to eat pizza, But I don't like anchovies.

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I love to eat pizza but I don't like anchovies.

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I love to eat pizza; but I don't like anchovies.

Question 33

Choose the correctly spelled word:

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Separate

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Seperate

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Seprate

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Separete

Question 34

Select the sentence that utilizes the correct verb tense:

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I have been living in this city for five years.

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I am live in this city for five years.

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I live in this city for five years.

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I will live in this city for five years.

Question 35

Choose the sentence that demonstrates conciseness and clarity:

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The meeting was held in the conference room.

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The conference room is where the meeting was held.

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A meeting was held within the conference room.

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The meeting was conducted in the conference room.

Question 36

Select the sentence that uses the correct article:

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I need to buy a new car.

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I need to buy new car.

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I need to buy the new car.

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I need to buy an new car.

Question 37

Choose the sentence that demonstrates correct capitalization:

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I visited the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France.

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I visited the Eiffel Tower in Paris, france.

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I visited the Eiffel Tower in paris, France.

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I visited the eiffel Tower in Paris, france.

Question 38

Select the sentence that uses the correct preposition:

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I am waiting for the bus.

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I am waiting on the bus.

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I am waiting to the bus.

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I am waiting at the bus.

Question 39

Choose the sentence that is appropriate for a formal letter:

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We would like to express our sincere gratitude for your support.

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We appreciate your help.

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Thanks a lot for your help.

Question 40

Identify the grammatically correct sentence:

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The students, who were excited about the field trip, arrived at the museum early.

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The students, who are excited about the field trip, arrives at the museum early.

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The students which were excited about the field trip, arrived at the museum early.

Question 41

Which sentence has the correct spelling?

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The committee will meet tomorrow to discuss the budget.

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The committe will meet tommorow to discuss the budget.

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The commitee will meet tomorrow to discuss the budget.

Question 42

Which sentence uses punctuation correctly?

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The students, tired from the long day, went home early.

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The students tired, from the long day went home early.

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The students, tired from the long day; went home early.

Question 43

Which sentence is the most concise and clear?

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The students were excited about the field trip.

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It was evident that the students were excited about the field trip, as they were talking about it non-stop.

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The students were very excited about the field trip that was planned for the next day.

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The students were filled with a great deal of excitement about the upcoming field trip.

Question 44

What is the main purpose of editing?

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To improve the clarity, accuracy, and consistency of writing.

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To reduce the length of writing.

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To make writing more creative.

Question 45

What is generally the first step in proofreading?

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Read the writing aloud.

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Check for punctuation errors.

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Check for grammar errors.

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Check for spelling errors.

Question 46

What is a style guide?

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A set of rules for consistent writing.

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A thesaurus of antonyms.

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A dictionary of synonyms.

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A grammar book.

Question 47

What's the main difference between editing and proofreading?

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Editing focuses on overall structure and content, while proofreading checks for smaller errors like grammar and punctuation.

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Editing is done by the writer, while proofreading is done by someone else.

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Editing is done before writing, while proofreading is done after writing.

Question 48

Which of these is a helpful tip for effective proofreading?

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Take breaks, read aloud, and check for specific types of errors.

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Only proofread for spelling errors.

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Proofread quickly to save time.

Question 49

Which sentence uses correct grammar?

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She went to the store to buy groceries.

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The cat licked it's paw.

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Me and him are working on the project together.

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Her and her friends are going to the movies.

Question 50

Which sentence has the correct spelling?

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The effects of the storm were devastating.

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The affects of the storm were devastating.

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The storm had a negative affect on the town.

Question 51

Which sentence is the most concise and avoids redundancy?

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The team collaborated effectively to achieve their goals.

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The team members worked together with each other to achieve their goals.

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The team worked together in a collaborative effort to achieve their goals.

Question 52

Choose the most appropriate word to fill in the blank: The professor's lecture was very ____; the students were confused.

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disorganized

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engaging

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articulate

Question 53

Which sentence uses the passive voice?

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The cake was baked by my grandmother.

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The cake is delicious.

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I love my grandmother's cake.

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My grandmother baked the cake.

Question 54

Choose the sentence with the correct use of apostrophes:

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The cat chased its tail.

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The cat chased it's tail.

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The cat's chased its' tail.

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The cats' chased their tails.

Question 55

Identify the sentence with correct subject-verb agreement:

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The group of students is going on a field trip.

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The students in the group is going on a field trip.

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A group of students is going on a field trips.

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The group of students are going on a field trip.

Question 56

Choose the sentence that maintains parallel structure:

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The athlete enjoys running, swimming, and biking.

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The athlete enjoys running, to swim, and biking.

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The athlete enjoys to run, swimming, and biking.

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The athlete enjoys running, swimming, and to bike.