Use the questions below to help you peer edit your partner's manual. Avoid answering with simple "yes" or "no,"  as that does not help the writer revise.

1. Summarize the main idea. If there is a thesis statement, write it out.
2. Who is the intended audience? 
3. What works best with the report?
4. What needs more work?
5. Does the introduction make you want to read more? Explain.
6. Does the conclusion round out report? Explain.
7. Are there enough examples that you understand the writer's point-of-view? Explain.
8. Does the information presented seem accurate? If not, note places which seem confusing or inadequate.
9. In what ways does the author make use of headers, sub-headers, etc. In other words, how accessible is the presented information?
10.   Are specialized terms explained? Do they need to be?
11.   Is there a troublesome paragraph or sentence? Explain.
12.   What would you add or take out to make this a better report?
13.   Any suggestions or comments?

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