. First, choose one of the quotes from Great Writers on the Art of Revision and reflect on what the quote has to teach us about the role of revision in the larger writing process. How does the quote help you? What does it give you permission to do?
Now, as you read about in Revision Questions, revision is often an opportunity to change decisions you made when you first worked on the piece. Choose one question from each of the five lists (Subject, Audience, Purpose; Organization; Paragraphing; Sentences; Things to Check Last) and do the following two things:
.Re-type the question, word for word. Make sure to be 100% accurate with this step!
.Answer the question in terms of your own Substantial Revision. Do not choose "yes or no" questions! Look for questions that require more thought. If necessary, quote from your own work. For this part, you will have a total of five questions and answers.