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Guidelines for Writing a Reaction Paper, Review, or Critique

1. Introduction

Purpose: To provide context and present the main focus of the paper.

 Context: Introduce the work you are reacting to, reviewing, or critiquing. Include
relevant background information such as the author/creator, title, and the nature of the
work (e.g., article, short story, film).
 Thesis Statement: Clearly state your overall reaction or evaluation. This should outline
your primary response or the key points of your critique.
 Purpose: Explain why you are writing this reaction paper, review, or critique. What do
you aim to achieve with your analysis?

2. Summary

Purpose: To provide a brief and objective overview of the work.

 Main Points: Summarize the key elements of the work, such as plot points, themes, or
arguments. Avoid including personal opinions or interpretations in this section.
 Brevity and Clarity: Keep the summary concise and focused on the most important
aspects. Ensure that it provides enough context for readers who may not be familiar with
the work.

3. Analysis/Critique

Purpose: To offer a detailed evaluation and interpretation of the work.

 Evaluation Criteria: Assess the work based on specific criteria relevant to its genre or
medium. For a film, this might include direction, acting, and visual effects; for a short
story, it could include plot development, characterization, and themes.
 Support with Evidence: Provide examples or evidence from the work to support your
analysis. Discuss what works well and what could be improved.
 Balanced Perspective: Offer a fair and balanced critique by addressing both strengths
and weaknesses. Avoid overly positive or negative biases.

4. Conclusion

Purpose: To summarize your overall reaction or evaluation and provide final thoughts.

 Restate Main Points: Briefly recap the main points of your analysis or critique.
Emphasize the key findings or insights from your evaluation.
 Overall Impression: Provide a final assessment of the work. Summarize your overall
reaction or recommendation, and reflect on the work’s impact or significance.
 Future Considerations: Optionally, suggest areas for further exploration or
consideration if relevant.

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