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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 3 and 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What part of a character's name provides a clear starting point for defining that character's context?
(a) The first name.
(b) The last name.
(c) The middle name.
(d) The reason they were given the name.

2. What does the writer use with words to achieve his/her main goals?
(a) Research.
(b) Grammar.
(c) Structure.
(d) Poetic license.

3. How does Chapter 1 end?
(a) With the value of a character's physical appearance.
(b) With the value of a character's previous experiences.
(c) With the insignificance of a character's physical appearance.
(d) With the insignificance of a character's previous experiences.

4. Besides context, what else can a name provide for a character?
(a) Intentions.
(b) Background.
(c) Beliefs.
(d) Preferences.

5. How does the author describe writing based on an issue?
(a) A tricky source of characters.
(b) A misleading source of characters.
(c) A distracting source of characters.
(d) An ambiguous source of characters.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the author hope to give writers who read the book?

2. What place can writers use as inspiration for their characters?

3. What must a storyteller do when creating characters or events?

4. What does the author think can also provide ideas for additional characters?

5. According to the author, where do characters come from?

(see the answer key)

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