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Reid, C. (1997). Fact or fiction? Hoax charges still dog ‘roots’ 20 years on. Publishers Weekly, 244(41), 16â€“17.

Directions: Write a reader analysis of Calvin Reid’s article. Use the following questions to guide your analysis of the article:

Introduction: What is Reid’s objective in writing the article? Was this goal achieved? Was the first line an appropriate way to begin the article? Was a hook in the first line used to induce the reader to read more? Was it a memorable beginning?
Body: Was the content of the body of the article focused? Were facts or statistics used to support arguments? Was his writing organized logically? Were transitions used to increase flow?
Conclusion: Was closure brought to the article? Was the closing memorable? Did it leave the audience with a call to action or something to ponder?
Personal Reaction: What is your personal reaction to the accusation that Haley plagiarized large sections of Roots? Explain your feelings.