Writing a Reading Response A reading response asks the reader [you] to examine, explain and defend your personal reaction to a reading. You will be asked to explore:
• What you understand the reading to be about,
• why you like or dislike the reading,
• explain whether you agree or disagree with the author,
•Identify the reading’s purpose,
• critique the text. There is no right or wrong answer to a reading response, but it IS important that you demonstrate an understanding of the reading and clearly explain and support your reactions.