Peer Review Worksheet

Writer’s Name: Julio Martinez
Paper Title: “Peruvian Pachamanca”
Date: 4-06-2011
Editor’s Name: Julio M.

Peer Review Worksheet

1. Introduction: How does the first paragraph introduce both the paper’s topic and the writer’s approach or general conclusion? Is the first sentence attention-getting and relevant to the topic?

In the introduction the Topic isn’t clear. The first sentence isn’t to much of a attention grabber.

2.                   What can you identify as a thesis statement? (Re-write it below) Suggest, if possible, a way to improve the introduction or thesis statement.

The way our ancestors cooked was healthier although it wasn’t as presentable.

3.                   Structure: Can you identify the organization of the paper from the main idea of each paragraph? What are the main concepts explored in the paper? Does each paragraph make a relevant point that is distinct from what has already been covered? What are the main conclusions?

It was easy to identify the main idea of each paragraph. The main ideas mentioned in the introductions were discussed in an organized way. The conclusion just restated the main idea mentioned in the introduction.

4.                   Clarity/Style: Did you find distracting grammar, punctuation, spelling, or word usage problems? Identify any patterns or themes you detect. Is the tone of the essay formal? If you find awkward sentences, try to explain why they don’t make sense to you.

Yes words that most people would comprehend.

5.                   Resources: Does the author clearly identify his/her sources? Is proper in-text and reference format used?

The resources used by the author aren’t clear their not mentioned or given credit.

6.                   What is/are the paper’s greatest strength(s)? Explain.

The paper does compare and contrast both how the ancestors cooked and how pachamanca is cooked now