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Step-by-step guide to help you get your

reaction paper done


 Start with a draft
You can’t do without it! Use your outline to compose the first draft
and reveal the basic elements of your work. Remember, you need
an entire draft written carefully from the beginning to the end to
understand what exactly you should include into the first
paragraph of your finished work. Your overall point must be stated
clearly in the first paragraph and you can’t do it without having a
full picture of your paper.

 Express your opinion


It’s a reaction paper, so don’t be shy to express your own
thoughts. In this case, there is nothing weird about all these “I
feel” and “I think”. Of course, your tutor expects that your reaction
will be thoughtful and sophisticated, so do not despise including a
bit of analysis and background information.

 Do not get carried away with criticism


Some students think that reaction papers give them an absolute
freedom of expression and go to extremes with criticism. It’s okay
to critique a book or film, but you don’t have to be rude and nasty!
Remember that critiques without evidence and clear examples is
always baseless and boring to read.

And here is the last tip for students who are not sure that writing is
their cup of tea. Make sure to visit an online writing company and
ask professional writers to tailor a sample paper for you. Doing
so, you will be able to follow a correct framework and won’t let
your best ideas remain misunderstood.
A reaction paper consists of four main parts:
 Introduction;
 Body;
 Conclusions;
 List of citations and sources.

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