Compare+Contrast+Peer+Feedback

//Be sure to mark the following:// · **The thesis statement: Circle it.** · **The topic sentence of each body paragraph: underline once.** · **Underline each quotation or reference or factual citation used by the author.** · **Mark any run-on sentences or any other grammatical mistakes you notice.** · **Mark successful parts of the essay.** · **Mark confusing sections of the essay.**
 * __Writing Groups__**
 * __Step One__:** Person **ONE** reads their paper aloud without apologizing or adding any commentary, while other group members actively listen to the oral reading. Don’t take notes, or allow your mind to wander elsewhere.
 * Complete for each group member before beginning Step Two
 * __Step Two__:** Read your group member’s essays to yourself. Write notes directly on the paper. Take as many notes as possible. Do you get a sense of the author? Mark things you like, things you don’t like, record any questions you have, and mark any grammatical or spelling errors. Do not cross out anything unless it’s okay with the author.

Title:__Author:____Editor:_____ - Is there a title? Does it fit the essay? Why or why not? What the hook? Is it effective?
 * Answer the following:** (use the back if necessary)

-Write the author’s thesis below. Is it an argument? How’s the wording? Is the thesis structured so that the body paragraphs correspond?

-What is the topic each body paragraph? What evidence is used to support the thesis? How? Any suggestions as to how they could better support the thesis?

-Does the author use quotations, references, or factual citations in the essay? Where? How? Are they effectively used? Do the support the argument and are do they properly cited?

-Evaluate the author’s conclusion. Does it somehow tie the author’s argument together? Offer suggestions for improvement.

-Other comments and overall reaction to the piece?