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प्रश्न
These two passages are examples of a short introduction to works of art - a short review. They cover the following points:
- The name of the creator
- The theme or subject matter
- Type of art
- Individual style
- Presentation techniques
- Its effect on viewers
- Message or interpretation
What points will you include if you had to review a book or film or a play? List the points.
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उत्तर
- The theme of the book/film/play.
- The plot and the story.
- The characters in the book/film/play.
- Flow of language and style of narration.
- Authenticity of the book/film/play (story).
- The message conveyed in the book/film/play.
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