For this peer review session, compose a memo that responds to your peer's reflective memo. In composing this memo, you should use an appropriate memo format and address the following questions in response to your peer's draft.

Does the writer correctly implement the professional memo format? Can you provide suggestions for improvement on the format?

What does the writer say about his/her own writing practices? How are they characterized and what suggestions can you provide to improve on that characterization?

How does the writer position his/herself with respect to the area of professional writing? Is it clear how the writer feels about the particular area of research?

What does the writer say that he or she needs to do to develop the skills necessary for this professional field? Can you provide more suggestions?

What sense of voice do you receive from this document? Are there any aspects of this voice that might be strengthened?

What more would you like to know as a reader? That is, where do you want to know more?

Are there any particular stylistic or grammatical errors? Can you provide suggestions for improvement?

Any other questions or comments for revision?

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