Help... help..

I am taking an english class and the professor has assigned an 2-3 page classification essayof tv shows within a particular genre.. i.e. one hour dramas, reality based, new magazine, soap operas, late night talk, daytime talk.. etc.. we have to pick three from one of the genre's and describe distinguishing characteristics, main characters, and personalities. have to discuss how they are alike and different.. wheich one we think is best..

i have 4 other papers to write and this one is giving me problems i am having trouble getting what he is asking for can someone help me out?? PLEASE!!!

thanks