Ask a classmate to read through what you have written, check off the box next to each question, and write a
brief comment that will help improve your work. Underlining and changes are permitted if done in pencil.
Peer Editor: __________________________________________
Date: __________________
Author: __________________________ Work Title: ________________________________________________
Comment
Yes
No
1.
Is there evidence of prewriting activity (brainstorm, plan)
2.
Are the title main words capitalized?
3.
Does the title fit the piece?
4.
Are paragraphs used to organize information?
5.
Is the introduction effective?
6.
Is the main idea clear, with a sense of purpose?
7.
Is information placed in logical order?
8.
Is there enough supporting evidence?
9.
Does the writer stay on topic?
10.
Is the writing interesting?
11. Is the word choice appropriate?
12. Does each sentence begin with a capital letter?
13. Does each sentence end with a proper punctuation?
14. Is each sentence a complete thought?
15. Are there any spelling errors (underline please)?
16. Are there other words that should be capitalized?
17. Are plurals and possessives correct?
18. Are quotation marks used correctly?
19. Is the conclusion effective and relevant?
20. Is written text well organized on paper?
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