Please Help, It's URGENT
Ask yourself the following questions when revising your essay. (Option: Yes or No)
1. Is the organization of the essay clear?
2. Is the overall purpose of the writing clear?
3. Is the main idea (thesis) of the essay clear?
4. Does the introduction capture interest in the first sentence?
5. Do all body paragraphs relate to the main idea expressed in the thesis statement?
6. Does each body paragraph use a topic sentence to identify the main idea of the paragraph?
7. Are all the main ideas adequately developed using explanation and evidence? (Or do some ideas need further explanation?)
8. Are transitions effectively used between sentences and paragraphs?
9. Does the concluding paragraph summarize the main idea of the essay?
10. Does the concluding paragraph leave the reader with a specific impression?
11. Did I use a variety of sentence structures - simple, compound, and complex?
12. Reread your essay again, slowly this time. Look for vague or imprecise words and phrases. Did you replace those words with vivid, precise, and appropriate words to explain and describe your topic?