Is my 2 paragraph essay error free? I have double checked it in my Word document but I wanted to triple check! :-) Thanks!
Fort Sumter Loss
This battle was located in South Carolina, from April 12th to the 14th later that month in 1861. The Confederacy side was the General Beauregard. The Union side was directed by Anderson. The Union was over confident with their fighting strategies and thought this would be an easy fight that would be over in less than 3 months! The South outwitted them in this battle at the Charleston Harbor, with their next victory close at hand!
The Union then saw what the Confederate side was capable of a prepared better for the next battle and next battle until they finally would win. The decided to use a better General so they brought in General Ulysses S. Grant who won 3 battles. The Union would soon win the war. However, the Civil War would not settle all the disputes the country had, there would be more to come.
The battle at Fort Sumter, South Carolina, took place from April 12 to 14 in 1861. The commander on the Confederacy side was General Beauregard. The Union side was directed by General?? Anderson. The Union was over-confident in their fighting strategies and thought this would be an easy fight that would be over in less than 3 months! The South outwitted them in this battle at the Charleston Harbor, with their next victory close at hand!
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The "3" in the first paragraph should be spelled out, too.
http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/numbers.htm
Wow! Thanks!
While I can't directly check your essay for errors without being able to see it, I can help you identify potential errors by explaining how to proofread your own work effectively.
1. Read it aloud: Reading your essay out loud can help you catch errors that may have gone unnoticed when reading silently. Pay attention to sentence structure, grammar, and word choice as you go through each paragraph.
2. Check for punctuation and spelling errors: Carefully review each sentence for punctuation errors, such as missing or misplaced commas, periods, or quotation marks. Look for common spelling mistakes and use your word processor's spellcheck tool to identify any misspelled words.
3. Verify subject-verb agreement: Ensure that the subject and verb in each sentence agree in number (singular or plural). Look for any mistakes where a singular subject has a plural verb or vice versa.
4. Review sentence structure: Check that each sentence is clear and concise. Look for run-on sentences and fragments, and make sure each sentence has a clear subject and verb.
5. Evaluate paragraph structure and organization: Ensure that your paragraphs have a clear topic sentence and are logically organized. Check for transitions between paragraphs to ensure smooth flow of ideas.
6. Get a second opinion: Consider asking a friend, family member, or classmate to read your essay and provide feedback. Fresh eyes may be able to spot errors or suggest improvements that you may have missed.
Remember, proofreading takes time, so be patient and thorough in your review. Good luck with your essay!