Persuasive+Essay+Peer+Review

= Peer Review for Persuasive Essay =


 * Writer's name ** :


 * Peer Reviewer ** :

Carefully reread the essay. Then, answer the following questions and mark up their draft. Be specific and concrete.

1. Persuasive arguments must be based on careful inquiry and strategic case-making. Underline the thesis (claim) and mark the reasons/solutions in support of my thesis. Is the thesis clearly stated? Any suggestions? Highlight any words that seem vague or need further definition.

2. Evaluate the overall organization. Are arguments presented in a compelling and logical order? Does the argument build to a strong conclusion? Any ideas for an alternative arrangement? Make suggestions for improvement referring to paragraphs by number.

3. Does the writer seem to be informed and genuinely concerned with the issue? Mark places where the writer uses evidence. Are they successfully integrated?

4. Does the writer make a conscious emotional appeal? Too much? Too little? Please explain.

5. What is the general tone (writer’s attitude toward the subject) of the piece? Does it change from section to section? How appropriate and effective is the tone in general--and in specific sections?

6. Mark any instances of the following: --poor transitions between sentences or paragraphs. --wordy passages, especially those containing “I” and/or “You”, passive voice and over-use of the verb "to be." --punctuation or spelling errors.

6. Are you persuaded? Why or why not?

7. Strongest part?

8. Weakest part?