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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 5, Finishing A Story.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What point in the book is the easiest for a writer to become "stuck"?
(a) Near the beginning.
(b) Before beginning.
(c) After ending.
(d) Near the end.

2. According to Knight, which point of view is the most difficult for a writer to cope with?
(a) Detached.
(b) Second.
(c) First.
(d) Third.

3. What is the fourth stage of the developing writer?
(a) Writer corrects weaknesses.
(b) Writer learns from professionals.
(c) Writer is discouraged.
(d) Writer becomes enthusiastic.

4. What is the advantage of the omniscient viewpoint?
(a) It allows the writer to show more personality.
(b) It is easier for the writer.
(c) It allows movement between characters.
(d) It allows a character to physically describe himself.

5. What was Tolstoy able to do remarkably well?
(a) Create setting.
(b) Create characters.
(c) Create plot.
(d) Create names.

Short Answer Questions

1. If the writer is creating a fictional town or building, how does Knight suggest creating integrity?

2. What is a consequence of not following an editor's advice?

3. Which of the following genres does Knight suggest is almost extinct?

4. What is the first stage of a developing writer?

5. What must a writer draw on to write the perfect ending?

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