Checklist+for+Paragraphs

=Use the following checklist to revise and edit your paragraphs before submitting for final approval. If you have a partner, proof each other's work.=

Revision and Editing Check
- Does your Topic Sentence clearly state what the paragraph is about? - Does your Topic Sentence have an opinion, conclusion, or claim you have made about the topic supported by evidence? - Have you answered all the suggested questions you could find? - Have you referenced at least two documents using MLA citations? - Have you placed at least one quote in each paragraph? - Have you transitioned in a chronological or otherwise orderly fashion throughout your paragraph? - Do you have at least five facts as supporting details explained within your paragraph? - Have you simply listed, or have you explained the information in your paragraph? - Did you play with the words to improve the clarity and flow of ideas? - Did you add a concluding sentence tying back into your introduction opinion about your topic on your character? - Does your voice come through in your writing at an appropriate level? - Have you started many sentences with the same word or phrase? - After completing the above, did you spellcheck, grammar check, and proofread? - Have you had your paragraph checked and signed off by Mrs. Alpert or Mr. Dove? - Have you saved a copy in three places, M, H, and wiki?