Errors in grammar and usage are worth 15 points, and must be supported by a description of the error and a reference to the rule violated in one of the three approved manuals. Errors in punctuation and mechanics are worth 10 points, and must be supported by a description of the error and a reference to the rule violated in one of the three approved manuals. Errors in spelling and typography are worth 5 points.
Check suspect spelling in a dictionary.
Points will be deducted for false claims of incorrect spelling. Point values are doubled for errors found in this course's web pages, general circulation handouts, or assigned readings. No points will be awarded for finding errors in the Cornellian . Contestants may want to amass huge scores to impress the prof or intimidate the competition, but no more than 50 points will be counted toward your course grade. Points are awarded only to the first contestant identifying any specific error.