Lecture Notes Review - Types of Papers and Critical Approaches

Vocabulary flashcards covering different types of papers (Reaction Paper, Review, Critique) and key critical approaches (Formalist, Feminist, Reader-response, Marxist) based on the provided lecture notes.

Reaction Paper

A document purposed to share personal thoughts and analyze material, structured with Intro, (optional) Summary, Reaction, Analysis, and Conclusion, and must show opinion and analysis supported with examples.

Review

A document purposed to judge the quality or performance of a work (e.g., book, film, product), focusing on a balanced, specific, useful evaluation with key elements including Overview, Critical analysis, Evidence, Opinion/Recommendation, and Conclusion.

Critique

A deep evaluation of strengths and weaknesses, purposed to suggest improvements, characterized by an objective tone, evidence-based arguments, and in-depth analysis.

Formalist Approach

A critical approach that focuses only on the text itself, examining its form, imagery, irony, and unity.

Feminist Approach

A critical approach that examines how women are represented and addresses patriarchy issues within a text.

Reader-response Approach

A critical approach where the meaning of a text is considered to depend on the reader's interpretation.

Marxist Approach

A critical approach that analyzes a text through the lens of social class, capitalism, and class conflict.