1. why did you choose this book/ novel for your research?

2. give a brief summary of the book

3. what genre is your book? Is this outside of the “norm” for what is considered African American literature, if so why?

4. what are the thematic concerns that are presented in your research book?

5. how does this author address these concerns? Why do you think the author chose to address them with thid type of genre? What could have been done differently? Why should it be?

6. How do these themes correspond within the genre of African American literature? Do they tell about the history, the hopes, or dreams? Why?

7. How are the struggles, triumphs, pains, joys, strengths, and weaknesses that people in the community discussed in the book?

8. when reading through the book, what stands out to you? why is this important?

9. make sure that your intro and conclusion make sense and has a thesis statement. this is not just a summary of what you wrote about; it is your “argument” about why it is important.