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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. In the writer's mind, what is the hero usually like?
(a) Slow developing.
(b) Flawed intensely.
(c) Perfect.
(d) Angry and hostile.

2. Which pronoun refers to the narrator in the third person point of view?
(a) You.
(b) He.
(c) I.
(d) We.

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

4. Which of the following is Kafka known for?
(a) His stories are only written in German.
(b) His stories are all about animals.
(c) HIs stories do not make sense.
(d) His stories are very empathetic.

5. After writing a book, how long does Knight suggest that the writer should step away from it?
(a) A couple weeks.
(b) A few days.
(c) A year.
(d) A few months.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Knight suggest as being significant when dealing with an editor?

2. What was Tolstoy able to do remarkably well?

3. Which of the following is a question Knight suggests the writer must ask about 'who'?

4. What type of market is subject to cycles and fads?

5. What was Tolstoy known for having?

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