Self-Review Questions for Essay 3

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1.    How well does the paper "match up" with the assignment's requirements and expectations?

I felt that I chose an appropriate topic and I feel that I represented it in the most scholastic way I was able.

22.    What is the paper's thesis statement?

The thesis statement was to pick a topic that we wanted to write about and present it in our own analytical essay demonstrating the various literary tools that we have learned thus far.

33.    What are the major supporting points for the thesis statement?

My major supporting points were that I stated the beneficial medical and social affects playing video games can gave as well as ways they are improving society.

44.    What questions or issues do you have regarding each supporting point?

I had no questions when it came to supporting each of my main points. I feel that I was as definitive and researched as I could be and I feel I properly informed my audoience as to my subject matter.

55.    What other supporting points/arguments could be helpful to the paper?

Another supporting idea that could have been helpful to this article is whether or not any physical ailments such as carpal tunnel can arise from playing video games.

66.    How clear are the relationships between the thesis and each supporting point?

The relationship between my thesis statement and my supporting point is very clear.

77.    Where does the paper need transitions, content-lexical ties, bigger/smaller paragraphs or other organizational improvements?

The transition between where I describe the physical alterations playing video games can bring and the benefits they bring to the job market could be smoother.

88.    Was each sentence easy to read and understand?

While I do try to use more colorful speech, I maintain a simple idea the reader can always follow.

99.    If not, what was usually the problem?

My sentences tend to run on and an idea that started one way will end up changing by the end of the sentence.

110. How well does the paper's format "match up" with standard MLA formatting?

My paper has one inch margins on all side, with double spacing, minimal use of contractions, and I thoroughly did my research so my article could be graded seriously and of its own merit.

111. How does the paper's title affect your interest in the paper?

The title draws my attentions in and informs what the general topic of it will be. I like to take great pride in my titles. The catchier the better, I usually use a play on words.

112. Overall, what is the most important improvement that you should make? Why?

I think that the only way I could improve my paper is with a subtle refinement and double check of my details and a smoother flow to the entire piece.