Which stage of the writing process focuses on grammar and mechanics?

• A. Drafting
• B. Editing (and proofreading)
• C. Publishing
• D. Prewriting

Answer: (B)

The stage that focuses on grammar and mechanics is editing (and proofreading). After you’ve drafted your ideas, editing is where you polish language: fix punctuation, capitalization, spelling, sentence structure, and usage; tighten wording; and improve clarity and flow. It’s about making the writing correct and readable, not just about what you say. Prewriting is the planning phase, and drafting is getting the content down and organizing it. Publishing comes last, as the final presentation. So, the emphasis on grammar and mechanics belongs to editing (with proofreading often included) because that step is dedicated to polishing the language before final sharing.