Which of the following is a good rule to follow when proofreading an essay? A. Scan the essay twice, once for organization and o
nce for surface errors. B. Use only the computer's spell-check and grammar-check functions to be sure you catch any errors. C. Ask your best friend to scan your essay. D. Read the essay aloud to hear where words are missing or awkward phrasings or grammatical errors occur
D. Read the essay aloud to hear where words are missing or awkward phrasings or grammatical errors occur
Explanation:
The best way to catch errors in your essay is to read it aloud. This forces you to read it slowly and this will help you catch errors. In addition, you will be able to hear how it sounds when you speak which means you'll be more apt to catch any part of your essay that sounds wordy. Never rely solely on the computer's spell-checker, because it only catches the simplest of errors.
