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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the author in the beginning of Chapter 12, what changes along with people?
(a) Their attitude.
(b) Their situation.
(c) Their goals.
(d) Their behavior.

2. What type of imperfections can be appealing to readers?
(a) Unknown.
(b) Temporary.
(c) Uncontrollable.
(d) Endearing.

3. What two ideals is the author blending in Chapter 9?
(a) The romantic with the realistic.
(b) The predictable with the unpredictable.
(c) The intelligent with the unintelligent.
(d) The selfish with the unselfish.

4. Which one of the following is an example of a character that remains unchanged?
(a) A character who only changes around specific characters.
(b) A character who pretends to change.
(c) A character who wants to change, but cannot.
(d) A character who changes involuntarily.

5. How should a character's traits be designed in order to engage the reader?
(a) Similar to other characters.
(b) Different than the intended audience.
(c) Different than other characters.
(d) Similar to the intended audience.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the most engaging characters reveal about themselves?

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

3. What type of reaction will an audience have to a character with opposing characteristics?

4. What should the writer's own experiences have in order to be used as fictional inspiration?

5. Which series of novels by Robert Parker are listed as an example of characters that are influenced to change?

(see the answer key)

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