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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 10 and 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of imperfections can be appealing to readers?
(a) Temporary.
(b) Unknown.
(c) Endearing.
(d) Uncontrollable.

2. How does the author describe writing based on an issue?
(a) An ambiguous source of characters.
(b) A misleading source of characters.
(c) A tricky source of characters.
(d) A distracting source of characters.

3. According to the author, what is the purpose of fiction?
(a) To give a detailed analysis of human nature.
(b) To give a better understanding of human mistakes.
(c) To give a detailed analysis of human mistakes.
(d) To give a better understanding of human nature.

4. What is a narrative that is focused on an event trying to make sense of?
(a) Milieu.
(b) Chaos.
(c) Intentions.
(d) Ideas.

5. What type of vocabulary creates a negative response to a character?
(a) Small and underutilized.
(b) Large and overused.
(c) Incomprehensible.
(d) Inconsistent.

Short Answer Questions

1. How should exaggeration be used when writing a comedy?

2. How should a character's traits be designed in order to engage the reader?

3. Which one of the following triggers a negative reaction from readers?

4. What will help a writer to maintain consistency?

5. What does the writer use with words to achieve his/her main goals?

(see the answer key)

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