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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through On Writing.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to King, what should dialogue represent?
(a) Normal speech.
(b) Conversation between characters.
(c) Speech written as we hear it, i.e. Whatcha ya doin'?
(d) Dialogue should stress the best conversational ability of the characters.

2. There is another element in the making of a good writer according to King's statements. What is it?
(a) To write a lot.
(b) To write when the muse strikes.
(c) To write frequently.
(d) To have definite writing goals.

3. How does King's mother die?
(a) She dies of injuries received in a traffic accident.
(b) She dies of uterine cancer.
(c) She dies of cirrhosis.
(d) She dies from an overdose.

4. How does King describe the image discussed in chapter two?
(a) With as little detail as possible.
(b) Without any details.
(c) With certain key details.
(d) In great detail.

5. What is the location of the first item mentioned in the image?
(a) Over a counter.
(b) In a chair.
(c) On a table.
(d) On the floor.

Short Answer Questions

1. King also suggests limiting speaker attributes. What are speaker attributes?

2. Why does King take this position on adverbs?

3. In conclusion, what is the chapter, Toolbox, about?

4. What happens to Carrie several months later after its initial sale?

5. King's comparison of a handyman's toolbox with a writer's tool box is which figure of speech?

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