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Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 12mins
What are the three parts of an introduction paragraph?
beginning, middle, end
random sentences, rambling, filler sentences
attention-catcher, thesis, preview
background, best idea, preview
Why is it important to write a good review?
So the director will be satisfied
for movie ratings to increase
so the audience who has not seen the book will want to read it
To increase movie ticket sales
A conclusion is important because…
it wraps up your writing and gives a sense of closure
gives facts and details
introduces the topic
gives a title
The first part of a book review should include:
the summary of the book
the title
the author of the book
the recommendations
Your book review must contain…
a summary of the book
vivid words and adjectives
your opinion of the book
all of the above
Choose the correct definition of a review.
A review is when an author provides objective information and facts only.
A review is written to give the writer’s opinion about something, such as a book or a film.
A review is when an author tries to persuade the reader to visit a place.
A review is a type of persuasive writing, designed to be read aloud to convince a listener of a particular point of view.
What is not the purpose of a review?
A review should describe everything under review.
A review should inform the reader about the topic which is being reviewed.
A review should be entertaining for the reader.
A review should advise the reader, for example, on whether something is good or bad.
A critique must be written __________ based on observations of the text.
Objectively
Subjectively
Emotionally
All of the above
Which of the following states how critiques benefit the writer of the text being critiqued?
Critiques help the writer make his work better.
Critiques encourage the writer to pursue a different line of work.
Critiques give the writer concrete ideas for a new text.
Critiques give the writer abstract ideas for a new text.
Which of the following follows the correct steps in writing a critique?
A. State a conclusion as well as reasons for it.
B. Read and understand the text.
C. Review the ideas and their flow in the text.
D. Orient the reader regarding the text.
BCDA
BDAC
BDCA
ABCD
Reaction papers, reviews, and critiques usually range in length from…
100-150 words
50-60 words
250-750 words
50-100 words
Which of the following is not a part of the guidelines in writing a critique?
Provide a synopsis of the work by citing the author’s thesis and purpose.
If the purpose is to entertain, has it made you laugh, cry, or angry?
Determine and then evaluate if the author achieves the purpose of the essay.
None of the above.
Which of the following is NOT true about the critique paper?
It purely expresses one’s opinions on certain issues and concerns.
It may include the main purpose of the event.
It conveys incisive insights into its analysis of events.
It is mainly written to communicate a fair assessment.
The following are recommended to include in writing your book review introduction EXCEPT…
book title, theme, and author's name
new material to read
thesis of the book
link of the title to the subject matter
When making a critique paper, what should the critic do first before composing the body?
Create a hook statement that will entice the readers.
Discuss an overview of the three points stated in the thesis statement in five sentences.
Introduce a topic sentence as a transition to the body.
Summarize the material being critiqued in five sentences.
Which of the following is NOT a feature of a critique?
A critique is comprehensive. It contains a thorough discussion or analysis of the material.
A critique uses a specific approach or theory. Based on that theory or approach, a writer makes his or her observations and claims about the text and then cites portions of it as support.
A critique can have an subjective tone. Although the writer can be influenced by culture, social environment, and experiences, he or she can use an impartial tone to express his or her claims.
A critique uses credible references. Each argument in a critique should be well supported. The evidence or supporting details should come from reliable sources.
How many percent of book review or article critique is the introduction?
75%
50%
10%
5%
Which of the following is a question to ask when writing a critique paper?
What problems and issues are discussed in the book or article?
Are there other ways of supporting the arguments or thesis aside from the information used in the book or article?
What are the contributions of the book or article to the field (e.g., language, psychology) it is situated in?
All of the above
Which of the following statements is true?
A book description is similar to a book review.
More than half of the review should be devoted to the summary.
The reviewer’s overall impression of the work should be placed in the introduction
A book review or article critique presents the strengths and weaknesses of a reading material.
Which of the following would not be included in the body of a review?
a restatement of the main points
support for the main points
the main points
a summary of the work
