Question 1

For each of the following questions about the six proofreading strategies presented in Chapter 9, select the correct answer for the blank. Reading __________ makes it easier to skip over mistakes.

Accepted Answer

Reading silently often leads to skipping over mistakes because the brain tends to fill in gaps or correct errors automatically without noticing them.

Question 2

The "bottoms up" proofreading technique involves reading your paper one sentence at a time,

Accepted Answer

The "bottoms up" proofreading technique involves starting with the last sentence of your paper and working your way to the first sentence, allowing you to focus on each sentence individually without getting caught up in the content flow.

Question 3

Proofreading is most effective when you do it

Accepted Answer

Proofreading in a quiet, distraction-free environment helps you focus better on the task, leading to more effective error detection and correction.

Question 4

Proofreading is most effective when you

Accepted Answer

Reading your paper aloud or having someone else read it aloud to you helps in catching errors and awkward phrasing that might be missed when reading silently.

Question 5

For each of the following questions about the six proofreading strategies presented in Chapter 9, select the correct answer for the blank. People who proofread on _____________ tend to miss more errors.

Accepted Answer

People who proofread on computers tend to miss more errors because screens can cause eye strain and it's easier to skim over mistakes.

Question 6

For each of the following questions about the six proofreading strategies presented in Chapter 9, select the correct answer for the blank. If you make many mistakes, you should proofread ____________.

Accepted Answer

Proofreading for each error pattern separately allows for more focused and effective identification and correction of errors, rather than trying to catch all types of errors in one go, which can be overwhelming and less efficient.

Question 7

Which of the following is the most effective way to increase your awareness of the errors you tend to make?

Accepted Answer

Going to your school's writing lab and asking a tutor to help you is the most effective way because tutors are trained to identify and explain errors, providing personalized feedback and strategies for improvement.

Question 8

To catch errors most effectively,

Accepted Answer

Reading a printed version of your paper can help you catch errors that you might overlook on a computer screen. The change in format can make mistakes more apparent.

Question 9

For each of the following questions about the six proofreading strategies presented in Chapter 9, select the correct answer for the blank. For best results, proofreading should be done _____________.

Accepted Answer

Proofreading should be done slowly and carefully to ensure that all errors are caught and corrected. This approach allows for a thorough review of the text.

Question 10

An error you make two, three, or more times is called a(n)

Accepted Answer

An error made repeatedly is recognized as an error pattern, indicating a consistent mistake that occurs across different instances of writing or work.

Question 11

Slowly reading your revised paragraph or essay in order to find and correct any errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling is called

Accepted Answer

Proofreading specifically refers to the process of reading written work to find and correct errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling.

Question 12

For each of the following questions about the six proofreading strategies presented in Chapter 9, select the correct answer for the blank. One way to fool the brain into taking a fresh look at something you've written is to read _________.

Accepted Answer

Reading from the end backward to the beginning is a strategy that disrupts the normal reading pattern, helping the brain to focus on individual sentences and words rather than the flow of ideas. This can make it easier to spot errors.

Question 13

For each of the following questions about the six proofreading strategies presented in Chapter 9, select the correct answer for the blank. Proofreading is most effective when you _____________ revising your draft.

Accepted Answer

Taking a break after revising your draft before proofreading is most effective because it allows you to return to your work with fresh eyes, making it easier to spot errors or areas that need improvement.

Question 14

For each of the following questions about the six proofreading strategies presented in Chapter 9, select the correct answer for the blank. One way to help the brain focus on just one sentence at a time is to reformat the paper to __________.

Accepted Answer

Putting every sentence on a separate line helps the brain focus on one sentence at a time by isolating it visually from the rest of the text, making it easier to concentrate on and proofread that sentence.

Quiz 9: Proofreading to Correct Your Personal Errors