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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Section 10, Set Design.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Part 1, Section 6, Polaroids, what was Anne's finished article about?
(a) The girl on crutches.
(b) The runners.
(c) The "cool man" game.
(d) Tragedy transfromed to joy and sheer effort.

2. The school lunches writing assignment combines which two pieces of writing advice from Anne?
(a) Get started and consult a hypnotist.
(b) Short assignments and bad first drafts.
(c) Eat chocolate and take plenty of naps.
(d) Read poetry and drink wine.

3. What was Anne's first poem about that got any attention?
(a) Her father.
(b) Tiny bubbles.
(c) Sam.
(d) John Glenn.

4. How does Anne define clutter?
(a) Easier to deal with if you put in specific piles.
(b) Makes her hold her breath.
(c) Wonderfully fertile ground.
(d) Something to be swept under the rug.

5. What is Ethan Canin's idea of the most valuable thing about writing?
(a) Using a sanserif font.
(b) A strong plot.
(c) A likeable narrator.
(d) Good dialog.

Short Answer Questions

1. What magazine did Anne write food reviews for, before it folded?

2. How does a writer end up with a good second draft or a terrific third draft?

3. What movie line does Anne suggest as a good one to tape to the wall of your office?

4. When will you know your characters, according to Anne?

5. What image does Anne use to help her gather dialog for characters?

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