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Proof Reading: Steps

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Proofreading

Proofreading is one of the most important steps when writing. Everyone makes mistakes! Proofreading is when you check your work for mistakes after you have finished.

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Steps for proofreading

  • Read your work out loud to help you spot errors.
  • Read your writing word by word to help you spot mistakes.
  • Try reading your work looking for one type of error you're likely to make.
    • For example: spelling, punctuation, grammar, etc.
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How to proofread

  • It is vital that you proofread your work after you have written it.
    • This helps to reduce the chance of mistakes.
  • You should proofread your work for punctuation, spelling and grammar.

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1Reading

1.1Reading

1.2Prefixes

1.3Suffixes

1.4Spelling Rules

1.5Reading Comprehension

1.6Reading Comprehension: SAT Practise

1.7Word Meaning

1.8Fact vs. Opinion

1.9Justifying Views

1.10Figurative Language

1.11Text Structure

2Writing

2.1Sounds in Words

2.2Homophones

2.3Using a Dictionary

2.4Writing Composition

2.5The Subjunctive Mood

2.6Modal Verbs

2.7Active & Passive Voice

2.8Relative Clauses

2.9Expanded Nouns

2.10Punctuation

2.11SAT Spelling Practise

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