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Writing Checklist
The Basics of Proofreading
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Proofreading is essential when writing
because it allows you to
1. Spot potentially improvable mistakes
2. Make any necessary changes before
handing in your piece
3.
Raise the quality of your writing4. Get a better exam result
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Proofreading implies
1. Becoming a critical reader of your own
written production
2. Analysing your writing from different
perspectives
3.
Knowing where your weaknesses areand working to improve those areas
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INTRODUCTION / CONCLUSION
PARAGRAPHING
SENTENCE STRUCTURE
STYLE
SENSE OF AUDIENCE
CHOICE OF WORDS
FLUENCY & EXPRESSION
SPAG
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INTRODUCTION / CONCLUSION
Is my intro effective?
Does it arouse the readers interest? Would my reader be engaged to
continue reading?
Is my conclusion consistent? Does it summarise the main points and
restates my opinion appropriately?
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PARAGRAPHING
Are the paragraphs in the right order?
Does each one deal with a specificpoint?
Is each point clear?
Have I used topic sentences? Are my linking devices correct?
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SENTENCE STRUCTURE
Have I used sophisticated sentence
structures (Passive Voice, Inversion,
Conditional Sentences, etc.) where
necessary?
Do my sentences vary in length and
structure?
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STYLE
Do I keep a consistent formal or informal
style throughout my piece?
Are the words and expressions used
consistent with the style of the whole
piece?
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SENSE OF AUDIENCE
Who will read my piece?
Is my writing correct for the intendedreader?
Will he/she be appropriately
informed/persuaded/affected by mypiece?
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CHOICE OF WORDS
Is my vocabulary sophisticated enough
to express ideas clearly?
How many new words have I used?
Are there any synonyms I should include
to add meaning and avoid repetition?
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FLUENCY & EXPRESSION
Does my writing sound natural?
Have I created mystery, atmosphere,etc.?
Which effect do I wish to have on thereader? Suspense? Relief?
Is my writing coherent? Is meaning blurred in any section of my
piece?
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SPAG
Are my Spelling, Punctuation and
Grammar accurate?
Should I proofread my piece once more
to make adjustments?
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An effective way in which proofreading can actually
improve your production is by analysing each area in
terms of strengths and weaknesses:
INTRODUCTION / CONCLUSION
PARAGRAPHINGSENTENCE STRUCTURE
STYLE
SENSE OF AUDIENCE
CHOICE OF WORDS
FLUENCY & EXPRESSION
SPAG
S W
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This helps you identify those areas you need to improve
and devote special attention to them both when reading
and editing your piece.
INTRODUCTION / CONCLUSION
PARAGRAPHINGSENTENCE STRUCTURE
STYLE
SENSE OF AUDIENCE
CHOICE OF WORDS
FLUENCY & EXPRESSION
SPAG
S W
X
X
X
X
X
X
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