Does the introduction help readers move into the topic?
Add sentences that tell about your experience with the topic. Add sentences that tell about the history of the topic.
Is the information in the report suitable for readers?
Add new information that will interest readers. Add details to help readers understand the information you present. For example, in a report on baseball, you might name Roberto Clemente. Readers may not know that he was an outfielder for the Pittsburgh Pirates between 1954-1972.
Is there enough information to establish you as an authority on the topic?
Add facts, opinions of experts, and direct observations.
Is the controlling idea clear?
Add (or rewrite) sentences to make your point of view toward the topic clear.
Is each main item of information developed with details?
Information in a report should move clearly from one point to the next. Rearrange ideas in a way that is appropriate to your topic and writing strategy. For example, in a report on the battle of the Little Big Horn, you might
- describe the battlefield itself, moving from one part to another
- compare and contrast the fighting styles of Sitting Bull and
General George Custer, telling first about Sitting Bull and then
about General Custer
Does the conclusion leave you with the feeling that the paper is complete?
Add sentences that
- summarize the information in the report
- show how the information will be helpful to the reader
