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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 5, Finishing A Story.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of resolution does Knight suggest a writer needs to create?
(a) Mediocre.
(b) Surprising.
(c) Satisfying.
(d) Calm.

2. What was Tolstoy known for having?
(a) Forgetfulness.
(b) Empathy.
(c) Acceptance.
(d) Tolerance.

3. Which is true about the lives of characters in a book?
(a) Their lives end when the author stops writing.
(b) They are significant on a large scale.
(c) Their lives continue on past the book.
(d) They are important to understanding the author's motivation.

4. What does the unconscious mind spawn?
(a) Fear.
(b) Stories.
(c) Faith.
(d) Dreams.

5. Which of the following genres does Knight suggest is almost extinct?
(a) Science fiction.
(b) Romance.
(c) Western.
(d) Historical.

Short Answer Questions

1. If the writer is creating a fictional town or building, how does Knight suggest creating integrity?

2. What does Knight suggest is most important to consult when a writer hits a troublesome spot?

3. Which point of view does Knight believe proves to be most awkward?

4. What is the term used to describe the opposite of a satisfying resolution by Knight?

5. What is a consequence of not following an editor's advice?

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