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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7, 8 and 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which one of the following is not an example the author uses as a way to add emotional intensity to a character?
(a) Mistakes.
(b) Signs.
(c) Omens.
(d) Symbols.

2. Which one of the following triggers a negative reaction from readers?
(a) A character who wants power or control.
(b) A character who confuses others.
(c) A character who is confusing.
(d) A character who is controlled by others.

3. How many ways are there to know a character?
(a) None.
(b) Only one.
(c) Several.
(d) A few.

4. What kind of jeopardy can a character be placed in to evoke an emotional response from the reader?
(a) Physical or emotional, but unbelievable.
(b) Only emotional and unbelievable.
(c) Only physical and believable.
(d) Physical or emotional, but believable.

5. What should a writer do when adding layers to a stereotyped character?
(a) Prove the reader wrong.
(b) Surprise the reader.
(c) Confirm the reader's expectations.
(d) Confuse the reader.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of vocabulary creates a negative response to a character?

2. According to the author, what is the purpose of fiction?

3. What is the author's theory about fiction in Chapter 5?

4. What two ideals is the author blending in Chapter 9?

5. What kind of story does the author use as an example of how a story can suggest characters?

(see the answer key)

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