Critique

Which of these terms is often used interchangeably with the word “critique”?

• Summary

• Synopsis

• Review

• Report

Which statement is not true about a critique?

• It is a purely opinionated piece of writing about a story, novel, film, etc.

• It is usually done by experts or people with considerable knowledge about the work.

• It does not place emphasis on giving recommendations to possible readers or viewers.

• It is an in-depth evaluation or assessment of a piece of work such as a short story or film.

Which of these story elements is not tackled in a critique?

• Characterization

• Conflict

• Plot

• None of the above

Which of these is not an appropriate subject for critical analysis?

• Films

• Novels

• Speeches

• Short Stories

What information or details is usually included in a critique’s introduction?

• structure of the plot

• authenticity of the conflict

• significance of the dialogues

• background or summary of the text

Which of these questions should be asked when analyzing the characters in a narrative?

• How are the characters developed and what makes them interesting and relatable?

• Are there equal number of male and female characters?

• Who among the characters is likeable and who is not?

• Why is the protagonist not a superhero material?

What detail can a critic use best to support his/her evaluation of a story?

• Opinions of those who read the story

• Quotes from the story itself

• Statements of the author

• Reviews of other critics

Critiques may follow different formats but they generally

have the same content or foci.

• TRUE

• FALSE

A critique is intended primarily to point out the faults or

flaws in work

• TRUE

• FALSE

It is alright to not give a summary of the story critiqued

because the readers are most likely familiar with it already.

• TRUE

• FALSE