Creative Writing/ Peer Editing

Mark total: 24 marks

In between 300 and 600 words do any ONE of the following:

You will note that there is more than one cat on the farm. Retell the encounter between Hazel, Pipkin
and the cat FROM THE CAT'S perspective as the cat might explain the story to another cat. Needless to
say, the truth can be -- er -- twisted somewhat, in order to preserve the cat's...dignity!

Re-read the description on page 199/ 207 of how Hazel felt when approaching the farm. Drawing on
your own experience, write a real or fictitious account of 'The Day I Could do no Wrong!' You can use
elements of absolute fantasy if you so desire.

Re-read Adams' explanation on page 215/ 223 of how humans or any creatures feel who have managed
to overcome a great obstacle.
Drawing on your own experience, write a real or fictitious account of the experience of 'having overcome'
great odds.

The use of Kehaar by the rabbits is an expression of a wish that, I suspect, lies within all earth bound
creatures: the wish to fly! If you have ever dreamed of flying -- by day or night -- here is your chance to
write about it.









Peer Editing Checklist
(for editing creative writing)

Student Writer: (author of the work being reviewed) _____________________________

Writing assignment: _______________________________________________________

Peer editors DO NOT correct the errors in the authors work. They provide feedback and suggestions for revision of the work
through this form and through their constructive comments.

Needs
attention
Good
work
Very
strong
Suggestions / Concerns / Problems
1
The opening grabs the attention of
the audience and sparks interest.


2
The topic is clear.


3
The reader follows along without
getting lost.


4
The beginning, middle, and ending
are tied together.


5
Details, sensory images, and
character voices colour the writing.


6
The words used are appropriate and
clear.


7
There is resolution in the ending or
an appropriate end point.


8
The sentences vary in length and
structure.


9
The sentences flow, moving from
one to the next.


10
There are only a few minor errors in
grammar, punctuation, or spelling.


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