A. How interesting to read and easy to understand was the author’s writing style? Give some examples from
the book.
B. What expertise does the author have for writing on this topic: e.g. has he or she written on this topic before?
Do they teach on this topic? What academic credentials do they have? Why should we trust what they have to
say on this topic?
C. What biases did you detect on the part of the author? Give some examples from the book.
D. What kinds of sources did the author use? Do they seem reliable? Do you detect any biases in the types of
sources the author used?
2.) The Book: -Theme and Content- 50 points
A. Explain in full detail the book’s main theme(s) (or thesis). What is the author trying to “prove” with this book?
Did the author explain why they decided to write on this topic?
B. Explain how well the author supported the book’s main theme(s). Give specific examples from the book.
C. Give a summary of the content of the book.