When reading a text, you may have a strong reaction to the story or information. You might enjoy, dislike, or have questions about parts of the text. Think about something that you have read. What personal response did you have?


In a well-developed essay, describe your reaction to a text you have read. Include details to back up your ideas.

As you write, remember your essay will be scored based on how well you:

develop a multi-paragraph response to the assigned topic that clearly communicates your thesis to the audience.
support your thesis with meaningful examples and references from the text, carefully citing any direct quotes.
organize your essay in a clear and logical manner, including an introduction, body, and conclusion.
use well-structured sentences and language that are appropriate for your audience.
edit your work to conform to the conventions of standard American English.