Checklist for global revision (for writers)
Engaging the audience
Look for opportunities
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to let readers know why they are reading
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to motivate readers to read on
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to use a more appropriate tone
Sharpening the focus
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to clarify the introduction (especially the thesis)
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to delete text that is off the point
Improving the organization
Look for opportunities
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to add or sharpen topic sentences
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to move blocks of text
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to add headings
Strengthening the content
Look for opportunities
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to rethink your thesis
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to emphasize major ideas
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to add specific facts, details, and examples
Clarifying the point of view
Look for opportunities
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to make the point of view more consistent
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to use a more appropriate point of view
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