1. Summarizing the plot. While providing some context may be necessary, a critique should focus on analyzing and evaluating the story rather than simply retelling it.
2. Making personal judgments about the author. The focus should be on the analysis of the work itself, not on attacking or praising the author personally.
3. Providing a moral or lesson from the story. Literary critique should focus on the literary elements and techniques used, not on drawing moral conclusions or providing life lessons.