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Book Evaluation Questions
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Here is a template with questions to consider when working on a critical evaluation of a book.
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1. Book Evaluation Questions
1.1. What
1.1.1. Title
1.1.2. Genre
1.1.3. Plot
1.1.4. Themes
1.1.5. Tone
1.1.6. Main points
1.1.7. Author’s viewpoint
1.1.8. Evidence author uses to prove his or her points
1.1.8.1. Convincing
1.1.8.1.1. Why
1.1.8.1.2. Why not
1.1.9. Specifically did you like/dislike
1.1.10. Is your favourite quote
1.1.11. Did you learn from the book
1.1.11.1. Issues raised
1.1.11.2. Matters left out
1.1.11.3. Unconvincing points
1.1.12. Audience’s reaction
1.1.12.1. What group of readers would find this book most useful
1.1.13. Personal relatable experiences to the subject
1.1.14. Did you think of the main character
1.1.15. Is your lasting impression
1.2. Where
1.2.1. Does the action take place
1.2.1.1. Was it important to the story
1.3. When
1.3.1. Does the action take place
1.3.1.1. Is this important
1.4. Who
1.4.1. Main Characters
1.4.2. Supporting Characters
1.4.3. Did you relate to most
1.4.4. Intended Audience
1.5. Why
1.5.1. Did you like this
1.5.2. Didn’t you like this
1.5.3. Would particular changes help
1.5.4. Did the author do a good job
1.6. How
1.6.1. Does it convey…
1.6.1.1. Themes
1.6.1.2. Moods
1.6.1.3. Main Points
1.6.2. Did it achieve its goal
1.6.3. Does this book relate to other books on the same topic
1.6.3.1. Unique
1.6.3.2. New information added
1.6.4. Is the book related to larger issues
1.6.5. Did the book affect you
1.6.6. Is the book related to your own life or personal agenda
1.6.7. Have your opinions about the topic changed
1.6.8. Could it be improved
1.6.9. Agree with main themes
1.6.9.1. Why or why not