Reorder and cut information to organize your content
You should write about what the person did/does in their life and how it affected the world and/or themselves and/or people around them. You could also include their relatives, family members, siblings, hobbies, etc.
Balance your freedom and responsibility by managing your time. After figuring out your class (and/or work, internship, volunteering, etc) schedule, go through your calendar and set aside a specific time just for studying and homework.
Maybe if you put which book are you talking about or text I will be able to help you