No matter what book you've chosen, your teacher probably wants you
to be aware of these Elements of a Book as you read:
CHARACTERS: Who are the main characters? How did one character change
in the course of the book? What is the most important relationship in the book,
and why?
SETTING: What time and place did the author choose to set the book in?
How is the choice of setting appropriate?
EXPOSITION: Early in the book, the exposition introduces the setting,
important background information, and the main characters. How does the author
suggest and reveal this information in the early chapters?
FORESHADOWING: Sometimes the author leaves hints early in the story of
what will happen later. Can you find examples of foreshadowing in your book?
CONFLICT: Most books are based around one central conflict or problem.
What is the conflict in your book?
CLIMAX AND RESOLUTION: At what point in the book did the action reach a
peak? How did the problem get resolved during and after the climax?
STYLE: Did the author use a particular style that captured the essence
of the book (for example, humor or unusual expressions)?
AND FINALLY:
Did you like the book? Would you recommend it to a friend? Why, or why
not?
How was the book good? Were parts of the book disappointing, and why?
Some books can really get to you and almost be disturbing. Can a disturbing book
that doesn't leave the reader feeling good still be a good book?
 
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