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A.P. Book Report

A.P. Book Report. Tips and Reminders. Author & Publication Date. Do an author or book search on-line. Check more than one site to verify accuracy. READ about the author. READ about historical events of the time. Characters.

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A.P. Book Report

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  1. A.P. Book Report Tips and Reminders

  2. Author & Publication Date • Do an author or book search on-line. • Check more than one site to verify accuracy. • READ about the author. • READ about historical events of the time.

  3. Characters • Describe each using both physical traits and mental characteristics. • Consider a notable quote. • Include more details for major characters than minor ones.

  4. Plot Summary • Include SPECIFIC details. • Aim for 300-500 words. • Involve all of the characters from your list.

  5. Settings • Provide a PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION of the place. • Include details of significant events occurring there.

  6. Imagery • Find examples of vivid word-pictures. • Quote the text from the novel. • Explain the significance of this description.

  7. Symbols • Find objects or people who represent a larger idea in the novel than themselves. • A true symbol should appear more than once. • Describe and justify.

  8. Themes • Describe the author’s message. • Ask, “What is this REALLY ABOUT?” • Explain how the author constructs/ achieves this message.

  9. Significance of Title • Ask yourself, “Why did the author choose this title?” • Discuss what makes the title appropriate/ catchy/appealing. • Analyze the author’s choice.

  10. Other Literary Devices • Use this section to include devices NOT ALREADY described. • Great devices to include: foreshadowing, irony, foil pair, tone, dialogue/dialect (as these apply).

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