Check Your partner’s essay for the Following:
First paragraph has a hook to get the reader’s
attention.
First paragraph gives background information.
First paragraph has a thesis statement.
First paragraph states at least 3 reasons.
First paragraph has at least three sentences.
Second paragraph has a topic sentence that explains
the first reason.
Second paragraph gives an example of the first
reason.
Second paragraph has at least three sentences of
explanation and discussion.
Third paragraph has a topic sentence that states the
second reason.
Third paragraph gives an example of the second
reason.
Third paragraph has at least three sentences of
explanation and discussion.
Fourth paragraph sums up the main reasons
Fourth paragraph suggests further action
Fifth paragraph has at least 3 sentences. Count the #
of sentences: __________All paragraphs are properly indented.
All sentences are complete and contain proper
punctuation.
There are no spelling mistakes.
Writing stays on topic.
Student:
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Partner:
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Persuasive Writing Revising and Editing Checklist
Writing includes at least 4 transition phrases.
Simple/general words are avoided (nice, good, bad,
awesome, etc.)
Writing has been reviewed and changes have been
made for improvement.
I hereby pledge and promise that I revised and edited this piece of writing to the best of
my ability. I firmly believe that my writing is now the best that it can be. I have completed
this checklist with integrity and I am proud of my work. This work is ready to be
transferred to the final draft to be published.
_______________________________________
(student signature)
I hereby pledge and promise that I revised and edited this piece of writing to the best of
my ability. I firmly believe that my friend’s writing is now the best that it can be. I have
completed this checklist with integrity and believe my friend should be proud of this
work. This work is ready to be transferred to the final draft to be published.
____________________________________
(partner signature)
I have conferenced with this student during the writing process. I approve this piece of
writing for publishing.
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(teacher signature)