Writing and Editing Proofreading and Editing 2

Question 1

Which is the correct order of the editing process?

Accepted Answer

Developmental editing → Copyediting → Proofreading

Answer

Developmental editing addresses big-picture issues first; copyediting refines language; proofreading is the final pass.

Question 2

What is 'substantive editing'?

Accepted Answer

Editing that addresses content, organization, and clarity at a deeper level than copyediting

Answer

Substantive (or developmental) editing focuses on structure, argument, and clarity rather than just surface correctness.

Question 3

Which tool is most commonly used by professional editors in the US for tracking changes in a document?

Accepted Answer

Microsoft Word's Track Changes feature

Answer

Microsoft Word's Track Changes is the industry-standard tool for collaborative editing and revision tracking.

Question 4

What is an 'editorial query'?

Accepted Answer

A question or comment left by the editor asking the author to clarify or confirm something

Answer

An editorial query is a note asking the author to verify a fact, clarify meaning, or make a decision about a change.

Question 5

What does a 'fact-check' involve in the editing process?

Accepted Answer

Verifying that names, dates, statistics, and other specific information in a document are accurate

Answer

Fact-checking confirms the accuracy of verifiable claims in the text against reliable sources.

Writing and Editing Practice Test