Dialectic Journal: Peer-Editing checklist

Mr. Rose

Journal writer’s name: Ilias Filali Chahad

Not Starting Yes!

yet to

Topic Sentence: Starts with a topic sentence that

X
argues/takes a position on the SIGNIFICANCE of the
passage as it relates to the deeper meaning of the
text. Should incorporate critical theory lens.

Identifies the speaker, audience and context of the

X
quotation.

Correctly and explicitly identifies 2-3 stylistic

X
devices (alliteration, allusion, etc.), examples of
figurative language (simile, metaphor,
personification, etc.), strong images, or powerful
uses of diction.

Requotes the quote to convincingly analyze the

X
impact the identified stylistic devices, images, or
language have on the meaning of the text as related
to the topic sentence.

Connects the passage to another specific passage

X
or event in the text. Discusses how the passage
relates to the larger meaning of the text as a whole.

Notes: