Suggest appropriate revisions

Understand the Purpose of Revision

• Revisions help to improve the clarity, organization, and overall quality of writing.
• Encourage students to see revision as an opportunity to make their ideas clearer and stronger.

Check for Clarity and Coherence

• Ensure the sentences and paragraphs are easy to understand.
• Ideas should flow logically from one point to the next.
• Encourage students to ask: Does this make sense to the reader?

Focus on Sentence Structure

• Look for sentences that are too long or too short.
• Combine short, choppy sentences, and break up overly long ones.
• Vary sentence beginnings and lengths to make writing more interesting.

Improve Word Choice

• Replace vague or repetitive words with more precise and descriptive language.
• Use stronger verbs and avoid overused words like “good” or “nice.”
• Ensure words are appropriate for the context and audience.

Correct Grammar, Punctuation, and Spelling

• Check for common grammar mistakes, such as subject-verb agreement and correct tense usage.
• Make sure punctuation is used correctly, especially in compound and complex sentences.
• Review spelling errors using a dictionary or spell check.

Add or Remove Details

• Add more details to clarify or elaborate on important points.
• Remove unnecessary or off-topic information that does not support the main idea.

Improve Introduction and Conclusion

• Make sure the introduction grabs the reader’s attention and clearly presents the topic.
• The conclusion should summarize the main points and leave a lasting impression.

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