Look Good in Print

This text will refresh your memory or introduce you to the common writing rules for Standard American English. It addresses the 22 most common errors found in writing. Applying and using the fundamentals of good writing will ensure that your writing is clear, concise, and achieves your intended purposes.

02A: SYNTAX AND WORD CHOICE

Conclusion

Awareness is the first step toward mastery. In this chapter, we've covered nine categories of common errors relating to sentence structure and word choice. If you struggle with any of these errors, keep studying, practicing, and getting feedback. Your writing (and speaking) will continue to improve until these nine fundamentals are second nature to you.