Question

Select all that apply. Which of the following should be included in a thorough critique of a short story? summarize the plot briefly briefly give author's background develop strengths of minor characters give strengths and weaknesses point out examples of style give detailed plot summary identify characters make the conflict clear keep objective and opinion free recommend to certain type of reader

Answer 1

1. summarize the plot briefly (the readers of the critique need to know what the story is about)
2. briefly give author's background (it may have an effect on the story)
3. give strengths and weaknesses (you need to show both the good and the bad parts)
4. point out examples of style (style is also very important in stories)
5. identify characters (you are going to critique their portrayal anyways)
6. make the conflict clear
7. recommend to certain type of reader (so that other readers know this isn't something they'd like)