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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Developing Your Talent as A Writer.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. When the hero is perfect, what does the story lack?
(a) Mystery.
(b) Depth.
(c) Sidekick.
(d) Plot.

3. What stage of the developing writer will the writer get out of if he or she develops the main character?
(a) Stage 3.
(b) Stage 2.
(c) Stage 1.
(d) Stage 4.

4. Which of the following conclusions did Knight arrive at?
(a) It is possible to teach somebody how to read.
(b) It is not possible to teach somebody how to write in the correct genre.
(c) It is possible to teach somebody how to write.
(d) It is not possible to teach somebody how to write.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. After stage four, what does the developing writer become?

2. What is the job of the conscious mind?

3. What was Tolstoy able to do remarkably well?

4. What type of knowledge does Knight believe makes a good writer?

5. What type of knowledge is best suited for creating a character with a believable backdrop?

(see the answer key)

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