Editing and proofreading a narrative Name:
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Title of narrative: Editing and proofreading are very important parts of writing. Use the checklist below to edit and proofread your work. Checklist Title:
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Does your title indicate what the story is about? ................................................................ Yes No Does it get the attention of the reader? ................................................................................ Yes No Orientation:
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Does the beginning draw the reader into the characters’ world? ................................... Yes No
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Are the characters believable? .............................................................................................. Yes No Do their actions fit their personalities? ................................................................................. Yes No
Is the setting realistic? ............................................................................................................. Yes No Initiating event: Is the problem known at the beginning of the story? .......................................................... Yes No Complication:
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Is the problem believable? ...................................................................................................... Yes No Resolution: Yes No
Have the problems been solved? ........................................................................................... Yes No Conclusion:
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Is the ending satisfying to the reader? .................................................................................. Yes No Punctuation and spelling: Check the following: Spelling – use a dictionary or ask someone. Punctuation – including capital letters, full stops, question marks, commas and direct speech. Paragraphs for new ideas. Vocabulary:
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Have you used some interesting adjectives? ....................................................................... Yes No Have you used any compound words? ................................................................................. Yes No Have you used more interesting verbs instead of ‘said’? .................................................. Yes No I think my narrative is interesting my spelling and punctuation are the presentation of my work is
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