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 == Checklist ==
 '''Spelling:'''
-Look for misspelled words, homophones(there, their, they're), words used incorrectly, and contractions(don't, won't, can't). Using the spell checker will find most errors, but not all. It is important not to only rely on spell checker but to also review and reread your document.
+Look for misspelled words. Using the spell checker will find most errors and typos, but not all. It is important not to only rely on spell checker but to also review and reread your document. Spell checkers almost always do not correct homophones(there, their, they're), words used incorrectly, and contractions(don't, won't, can't).
+'''Punctuation:'''
+Punctuation is not checked with the spell checker. When rereading your document look for punctuation errors. This includes periods, commas, colons, semicolons, and the correct punctuation with citing sources.