Editing checklist
- Is the title and lead sentence clear?
- Is each sentence clear and complete?
- Can any short, choppy sentences be improved by combining them?
- Can any long, awkward sentences be improved by breaking them down into shorter units and recombining them?
- Can any wordy sentences be made more concise?
- Do you have a reason for placing every paragraph where it is?
- Do your paragraphs flow smoothly? Are there any gaps or jumps?
- Do all modifying words and phrases refer clearly to the words they are intended to modify?
- Is each word in the essay appropriate and effective?
- Is each word spelled correctly?
- Is the punctuation correct?
- Any omitted or superfluous commas?
- Have you achieved a simple, straightforward style?
- Have you conveyed confidence, enthusiasm, and passion?
- Edit checklist
- Common errors
- Edit checklist (upenn.edu)
- Editing checklist
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