text: 1. Provide a brief outline of the plot;\n2. describe the point of view (1st person or 3rd person omniscient) and its role in the story;\n3. describe the main character and its role in the story;\n4. describe any conflicts or turning-points;\n5. analyze figures of speech (metaphors, symbols, etc.);\n6. sum up the meaning [message] of the story (from your own point of view);\n7. try not to extrapolate the text, that is, avoid reading TOO much into the story.\n\nNote: it all depends on the number of pages (or paragraphs); if you have to write just one paragraph (or sentence), stick exclusively to item (6).