*REVISING A

DRAFT
First drafts are fun to write but a
challenging task. Many writers still
produce imperfect write-ups
because they lack the benefits of
the fundamental stage of the
writing process: Revision. One
must keep in mind that it is in
revision that a piece of writing
truly takes shape.
The aspects of writing that one
considers in revising a written work are
mechanics, clarity, chronology,
appropriateness, and effectiveness.
Revising is needed to track our writing
progress and to check whether the
objectives set in writing a certain
literary piece are met and thoughts are
well communicated. It is not just
enough that you produce a piece.
To guide you in revising
your piece such that of a
feature story that you
will soon read in this
lesson, always remember
the word DRAFT.
DELETE unnecessary and
repeated words, parts or
sequences. Are there words or
parts that are needless or
unnecessary which can be
deleted and will not affect the
content or flow of the piece? If
there are, delete them.
REARRANGE the
paragraphs, sentences,
clauses or words. Are there
words or sentences that need
to be rearranged to attain the
chronological arrangement of
the piece? If there are,
rearrange them.
ADD some connectors,
transitional devices or even
information. If there are still
information that need to be
included, add them. The use
of connectors and transitional
devices will help to attain the
smooth flow of the piece.
* FORM each of the parts that are needed in the
piece. Recalling the nonfiction
* type, there are certain parts that should be
present. Even the elements needed in a
* type of nonfiction shall be formed and
formulated.
* TALK it aloud. Reading the text aloud surely
reveals the errors of the write-up.
* Various versions and modification can be made
if we keep on reading it before
* publishing. Does it sound right? Sound smooth?
Better to read it aloud.