Study Notes
Review writing involves expressing your own opinion about a book, movie, or place. Book reviews help readers decide if a book is worth reading and suitable for their age.
- Review Writing — expressing personal opinions about a subject Example: Writing about your thoughts on a book you read
- Book Review — an evaluation of a book's content, style, and merit Example: Discussing the plot, characters, and themes of 'Harry Potter'
- 5W — who, what, when, where, why Example: Who is the author? What is the book about?
Exam Tips
Key Definitions to Remember
- Review Writing: Expressing personal opinions about a subject
- Book Review: An evaluation of a book's content, style, and merit
Common Confusions
- Mixing summary with opinion
- Including spoilers in the review
Typical Exam Questions
- What is review writing? Expressing personal opinions about a subject
- Why are books reviewed? To help readers decide if a book is worth reading and age appropriate
- What should be included in a book review? Name, author, genre, characters, setting, theme, plot, and personal opinion
What Examiners Usually Test
- Ability to express personal opinions clearly
- Understanding of book review structure
- Use of the 5W (who, what, when, where, why) in reviews