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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Seven. Major and Minor Surgery: On Revision and Writer's Block B. Reflections.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many lines must the poem contain as a minimum?
(a) 30.
(b) 50.
(c) 25.
(d) 15.

2. "Cut-and-Shuffle" encourages:
(a) Nonsensical words.
(b) Freedom of speech.
(c) Juxtaposition.
(d) Round robins.

3. Another term for this method is:
(a) Creative.
(b) Redundant.
(c) Diminished.
(d) Calculated.

4. What is Plumly's opinion on writing exercises?
(a) They create confusion.
(b) They are the most effective.
(c) They are not effective.
(d) They waste time.

5. What is the name of the method that teaches the use of rhythm and sound in free verse?
(a) Flow.
(b) Patterning.
(c) Melodiousness.
(d) Rhythmic.

Short Answer Questions

1. This exercise may require students to use what as an aid?

2. Which author wrote "Breaking the Sentence; or, "No Sentences but in Things?"

3. Justice wishes he had done what?

4. This section encourages students to:

5. What is the name of the first section?

(see the answer key)

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