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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, Beginning a Story.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what field does Knight specialize ?
(a) Characterization.
(b) Literary devices.
(c) Short story writing.
(d) Non-fiction writing.

2. Which of the following dialogues have been known to spark an idea for a story?
(a) Between conscious and unconscious.
(b) Between subconscious and dreams.
(c) Between conscious and subconscious.
(d) Between unconscious and subconscious.

3. What is Damon Knight's occupation?
(a) Critic.
(b) Professor.
(c) Historian.
(d) High school teacher.

4. Which of the following can be used as inspiration?
(a) Conversations.
(b) Television, books, and movies.
(c) Dreams and journals.
(d) All of these.

5. What must a writer accept in order to have adequate sympathy?
(a) His or her stage in writing development.
(b) His or her own memories.
(c) His or her own feelings.
(d) The order of the world.

Short Answer Questions

1. What can a writer participate in, in order to learn about empathy?

2. What question does Knight suggest the writer ask about 'why'?

3. What was Tolstoy known for having?

4. What stage of the developing writer will the writer get out of if he or she develops the main character?

5. What journey does Knight expect writers to take?

(see the answer key)

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