Comment Sheet for First Drafts (PAGE 1)

                           Writing Sociology (SOC776/978) · Spring 2016


                                           Student name



                                         Essay assignment

                                       Reviewer name& e-mail






                STRUCTURE   Appropriate format, logical organization, clear thesis


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                   ANALYSIS   Use and interpretation of evidence, data, examples


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                 STYLE   Vocabulary, grammar, punctuation, citations, originality



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                                          Other comments






                               Questions for the Reviewers to Answer

                                 For In-class Peer Review – PAGE 2

What is the main point, thesis or central organizing idea of the paper? Does this need more
definition or clarification?


If this is a persuasive paper (yes, it is!), what claims is the author making?


Is there adequate support for the claim(s)? Are examples or evidence needed?


What information would help to strengthen the paper?


Is the language use good – does the paper “flow” or are there parts that are difficult to
understand? Is the tone appropriate for the assignment and the target audience?