A critique is a careful analysis of an argument or work to determine its key points, assumptions, issues overlooked, and implications. It involves a systematic yet personal evaluation of what was read. Writing a critique helps understand the work's purpose, audience, argument development, evidence structure, or creative style. To write a critique, one must thoroughly understand the work, take notes on important parts, and consider the work's main argument or purpose and how it relates to broader issues. A critique template includes an introduction naming the work and creator, a body analyzing the work using questions about its nature, objectives, design, assumptions, and biases, and a conclusion.