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

- Summarize the plot briefly

- Briefly give author's background/credentials

- Give strengths and weaknesses

- Point out examples of style

- Identify characters

- Make the conflict clear

- Recommend to a certain type of reader

Hope this helps, good luck.

Answer 2

These answers should be included in a thorough critique of a short story:
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)