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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 16, 17 and 18.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. With what does the author intend to help writers?
(a) Writing shorter novels.
(b) Fulfilling their responsibilities.
(c) Rating their work.
(d) Writing longer novels.

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

4. What is a common reaction to a change?
(a) People might be fearful of it.
(b) People might be saddened by it.
(c) People might be amused by it.
(d) People might be confused by it.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is a Presentation perspective?

2. In Chapter 8, how does the author want the reader to be engaged with a character?

3. What can a third person narrative suffer from?

4. How many ways are there to know a character?

5. Why should sources of inspiration be altered?

(see the answer key)

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