STAAR EOC Writing

State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness End-of-Course Writing exam.

Understanding the STAAR EOC Writing ExamGrammar, Usage, and ConventionsEssay Organization and Development
Writing Persuasive and Expository EssaysRevision, Editing, and ProofreadingDeveloping Voice and Style
Applying Writing Skills in Everyday LifeWriting for Digital CommunicationCollaborative Writing and Peer Review
Time Management During the ExamAnswering Multiple-Choice Questions EffectivelyStaying Calm and Focused
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Revision, Editing, and Proofreading

The Power of Polishing Your Work

Great writing doesn’t happen in one draft! The STAAR EOC Writing exam tests your ability to revise and edit your essays.

Revision

  • Focus on big changes: improving your ideas, organization, or adding details.

Editing

  • Fix grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure.

Proofreading

  • Check for small mistakes, like typos or missing words.

Why Edit and Revise?

Polishing your writing helps you catch mistakes, clarify your ideas, and make your writing stronger and more professional.

Helpful Techniques

  • Read your essay aloud to catch mistakes.
  • Ask a friend to review your work.
  • Use checklists to make sure you covered everything.

Examples

  • Rewriting a confusing paragraph to make your point clearer.

  • Correcting spelling and punctuation errors before turning in your essay.

In a Nutshell

Revision and editing are essential steps for creating clear, error-free writing.

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Developing Voice and Style