I have to write a book report for school. What are the main things to remember when writing one?

Answer 1

When writing a book report teachers not only want you to show that you read the book, but they also want you to show that you understood what the book was about.
Have a Thesis statement. The statement should be a Opinion stated with a fact. Prove your Thesis.
Have a quasi argument with yourself, with out using any personal pronouns; such as I, Me, You, or Your, instead say things like, the writer, the reader, or the audience, this way you will sound professional.
Be clear and concise in what you write. Proof Read. Teachers really hate getting papers with misspellings and poor sentence structure.
Include citations; that is, put where you got a particular qoute or idea from, and also, elaborate why it is important.

These are all good ways. Most teachers will fall in love with your paper right away, all but the most discriminating will probably give you an A.

Answer 2

When writing any report or essay it is important to stay on topic, write about major parts such as character, plot, setting, theme, etc., if you use a quote make sure you introduce it and then explain why you used it - a lot of people make the mistake of putting quotes in without explaining why they are there and therefore loose a lot of marks. Make sure that you check your spelling, punctuation, format - if its a 5 paragraph essay make sure there is an introduction with a thesis and a conclusion, make sure you include your references or bibliography depending if you have to use MLA or not, do not plagarize. Make sure you relate the book or use examples when you can to strengthen your ideas, if you cant find something paraphrase it and still reference your book. Oh, and double space as it is easier to mark!!

Good luck

Answer 3

Introduction to the book and its author ->The structure of the book -> What each part of the structure says ->The main idea of the book-> What you think after reading the book ( Is the book useful and how, in which cases, etc.)

Answer 4

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Answer 5

If the book report is to be on a specific subject, stay on that specific subject. No misspelled words, no slang, punctuation where it is supposed to be. Keep it interesting.

Answer 6

Hello.

TOPIC
You may have no choice as to your topic. If this is the case, you still may not be ready to jump to the next step.

Think about the type of paper you are expected to produce. Should it be a general overview, or a specific analysis of the topic? If it should be an overview, then you are probably ready to move to the next step. If it should be a specific analysis, make sure your topic is fairly specific. If it is too general, you must choose a narrower subtopic to discuss.

For example, the topic "KENYA" is a general one. If your objective is to write an overview, this topic is suitable. If your objective is to write a specific analysis, this topic is too general. You must narrow it to something like "Politics in Kenya" or "Kenya's Culture."


IDEAS
1. Begin your diagram with a circle or a horizontal line or whatever shape you prefer in the middle of the page.
2. Inside the shape or on the line, write your topic.
3. From your center shape or line, draw three or four lines out into the page. Be sure to spread them out.
4. At the end of each of these lines, draw another circle or horizontal line or whatever you drew in the center of the page.
5. In each shape or on each line, write the main ideas that you have about your topic, or the main points that you want to make.
* If you are trying to persuade, you want to write your best arguments.
* If you are trying to explain a process, you want to write the steps that should be followed.
You will probably need to group these into categories.
If you have trouble grouping the steps into categories, try using Beginning, Middle, and End.
* If you are trying to inform, you want to write the major categories into which your information can be divided.
6. From each of your main ideas, draw three or four lines out into the page.
7. At the end of each of these lines, draw another circle or horizontal line or whatever you drew in the center of the page.
8. In each shape or on each line, write the facts or information that support that main idea.


THESIS
Now that you have decided, at least tentatively, what information you plan to present in your essay, you are ready to write your thesis statement.

The thesis statement tells the reader what the essay will be about, and what point you, the author, will be making. You know what the essay will be about. That was your topic. Now you must look at your outline or diagram and decide what point you will be making. What do the main ideas and supporting ideas that you listed say about your topic? Always have two parts to your Thesis.


BODY
1. Start by writing down one of your main ideas, in sentence form.
If your main idea is "reduces freeway congestion," you might say this:
Public transportation reduces freeway congestion.
2. Next, write down each of your supporting points for that main idea, but leave four or five lines in between each point.
3. In the space under each point, write down some elaboration for that point.
Elaboration can be further description or explanation or discussion.

Supporting Point

Commuters appreciate the cost savings of taking public transportation rather than driving.

Elaboration

Less driving time means less maintenance expense, such as oil changes. Of course, less driving time means savings on gasoline as well. In many cases, these savings amount to more than the cost of riding public transportation.

4. If you wish, include a summary sentence for each paragraph.
This is not generally needed, however, and such sentences have a tendency to sound stilted, so be cautious about using them.



INTRODUCTION
1. Begin with an attention grabber.

The attention grabber you use is up to you, but here are some ideas:

* Startling information
This information must be true and verifiable, and it doesn't need to be totally new to your readers. It could simply be a pertinent fact that explicitly illustrates the point you wish to make.
If you use a piece of startling information, follow it with a sentence or two of elaboration.

* Anecdote
An anecdote is a story that illustrates a point.
Be sure your anecdote is short, to the point, and relevant to your topic. This can be a very effective opener for your essay, but use it carefully.

* Dialogue
An appropriate dialogue does not have to identify the speakers, but the reader must understand the point you are trying to convey. Use only two or three exchanges between speakers to make your point.
Follow dialogue with a sentence or two of elaboration.

* Summary Information
A few sentences explaining your topic in general terms can lead the reader gently to your thesis. Each sentence should become gradually more specific, until you reach your thesis.

2. If the attention grabber was only a sentence or two, add one or two more sentences that will lead the reader from your opening to your thesis statement.

3. Finish the paragraph with your thesis statement.



CONCLUSION
The conclusion brings closure to the reader, summing up your points or providing a final perspective on your topic.

All the conclusion needs is three or four strong sentences which do not need to follow any set formula. Simply review the main points (being careful not to restate them exactly) or briefly describe your feelings about the topic. Even an anecdote can end your essay in a useful way.

Good Luck!
Now I have to go ice my hands =]

Answer 7

Setting including time and place, plot, characterization, and your opinion. Include some information about the author.

Answer 8

topic sentences
analyze quotes
MLA format
correct tense
no passive voice
spelling
bibliography or works cited page
don't wander off onto irrelevant topics
no slang (including "cops", "kids", etc.)
correct punctuation

Answer 9

i believe that u include bibliography