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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Through which viewpoint can the writer enter only one character's mind?

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

4. What type of view of a scene can the writer have to avoid over-describing a scene?

5. Which of the following is not an example of a tone?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is Knight's definition of a story? How does this differ from the definition you have known? What are the characteristics and qualities of a story?

Essay Topic 2

What is the importance of revision when it comes to a short story? What elements of a story should be revised? At what point should a writer scrap their work and start over?

Essay Topic 3

Describe the different viewpoints that Knight presents in his book. Which is the most advantageous? Which is the most difficult? Why?

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