Level 2

I feel like this class has helped me sharpen my knowledge of different styles, and develop my grammar skills. While I prefer writing creative fiction, my career will involve properly citing sources and researching extensively, and this class has helped me prepare for the next level in my education. I learned how to stick with a draft and really see it through till the end, and made me want to start writing more regularly.

The Final Draft

After finishing my last draft of the letter to the Imam in Florida, I feel happy with the finished product. I put in a lot of time and consideration in each draft, and have worked on at least eight over the past semester. I hope my grade reflects what I feel I should get, considering how much encouragement and positive feedback I have gotten.

I really got into structure of sentances with my last draft, to ensure that it flowed well and was easy to read. I mixed around my first paragraph, and I think the introduction is easier to follow, and connects my topic with why I am writing to him. As it took the form of a letter, I tried to keep my tone casual and light, but also somewhat professional, because of the Imam's position. I am still nervous about sending it to him, but that is more due to whether or not he will read it. I hope he does finish my letter, and truly takes my words to heart, because it was written with good intentions.

Revising my Letter

While rereading my letter, I realized that six pages could easily be cut down. My first important revision was editing out excess information, that was created for my other audiences, and draw more of a focus to the issue of prejudice against Muslims.

I also decided to include more of a casual and informal tone. I included some traditional Islamic languages, so the Imam will take me somewhat seriously... I feel like my letter will be more impressive in the end, more direct and hopefully will convince the Imam of my point.