reading response

For the reading responses you should address six questions on an assigned reading where each question should be answered in one half-page paragraph. Each response should thus be 3 double-spaced pages (Times New Roman, 12 point font, 1 inch margins) divided into six paragraphs. Each paragraph should include one quote from the text. Quotes should be no longer than two lines each.

The following questions should be addressed, in the order that they are listed here:

1.      What is the central thesis of the text?

2.      What is the author’s motivation for writing the text? What is at stake?

3.      What key concepts/terminology does the author use to organize their argument? What is the relationship and distinction between them?

4.      What examples are used to explain or support the thesis? Do they work well?

5.      What critical concerns do you have of the argument at hand?

6.      What is an example of a contemporary issue the text helps us address? Briefly elaborate on how the text illuminates, complicates, or helps you navigate the issue you identified.

(you don’t need external sources but if they were helpful they are welcome)