1. Why is Sommers arguing that writing is not linear (378) and why writing can't be compared to speech?
Because when writing is considered as a linear process, revision becomes "a separate stage at the very end of the process." Writing can't be compared to speech because, in speech, revision does not exist. The spoken word cannot be revised (379). For example, when a person is talking to another about a certain topic, the person may mispronounce a word, yet, correct him/herself right away. In other words, The person who is listening will not say "you must fix the way you pronounced that word," or the like.
2. Compare the revision strategies of experienced and student writers!
The strategies of students were more superficial. They only looked at the appearance of the paper and the repetition of words. They were more concerned about vocabulary. They focused a lot on the "thesaurus philosophy of writing." (381).
Instead, experienced writers focused on finding the form of the argument and how they took their audience into consideration.
3. Sommers (386) says that revision is a recursive process. What does she mean?
Revision involves a series of activities; some most important than others depending on the writer. Each person has their own way of building a cycle by using the activities and the time they think are necessary.
4. Choose one of the quotes and explain what Sommers means by it.
b. “If the students feel inspired, if the writing comes easily, and if they don't get stuck on individual words or phrases, then they say that they cannot see any reason to revise” (382).
Students get overconfident when they see that the text is easy to read. They do not see deep into the text; it is only superficial.
Composed by: Itzel Lopez and Rubi Garcia
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