Using the story that either you or your teacher has selected:
Document the story properly, using MLA format (click here to review the Style Guide).
Look for information about your author. Make notes about those items you may wish to use in your review. If you ar unable to find any information, report this fact to your teacher.
Author Information:
Remember to document your sources properly, using MLA format.
Setting:
What is the setting of this story?
Approximately when did it take place?
Has the author made the setting an important element in this story?
Note any particularly good descriptions of the setting that you may want to use in your critique:
Characters:
What is the name of the protagonist in your story?
What are the outstanding physical characteristics of this person?
What are his/her outstanding personality traits?
Is there an antagonist? If so, who is it?
What are his/her undesirable personal qualities?
What good or redeeming qualities does this person have, if any?
List and briefly identify any minor characters you want to include in your critique.
Plot: Write a one- or two-sentence summary of the plot of your story.