Summary:
setting
character(s)
plot/theme
opinion
opinion
To get the most out of reading a reviewaka, keep in mind the following points . . .
Line 1 usually represents the setting: the physical location and/or time period or, sometimes, just the general situation or circumstance that encompasses the story. Line 1 must contain exactly five syllables.
Line 2 typically represents the character(s) of the story. This line must contain exactly seven syllables.
Line 3 usually represents the plot or major theme(s) within the story. Line 3 must contain exactly five syllables.
Lines 4 & 5 represent the book reviewer’s personal opinion of the book. Sometimes line 4 and/or line 5 will contain additional information about the book itself if needed. Lines 4 & 5 must both contain exactly seven syllables.
Also take note of the fact that the word at the end of a line MAY also refer to the first word in the following line in order to add more information about the book within the very limited structure allowed.
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