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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. Which of the following is a reason Knight gives for an author not finishing a story?
(a) He does not know enough about his characters.
(b) He does not think he can succeed.
(c) He does not know a common theme throughout the story.
(d) He does not think of an appropriate title.

2. Knight suggests that the most important element of a story is the ___________.
(a) Diction.
(b) Idea.
(c) Fluency.
(d) Writing style.

3. Which pronoun would an author use to refer to the second person narrator?
(a) He.
(b) You.
(c) They.
(d) I.

4. What type of market is subject to cycles and fads?
(a) Commercial non-fiction.
(b) Commercial fiction.
(c) Western short stories.
(d) Contemporary fiction.

5. What does Knight suggest is most important to consult when a writer hits a troublesome spot?
(a) A professional editor.
(b) His creative side.
(c) Another author.
(d) Dictionary or thesaurus.

Short Answer Questions

1. What must a character be given to create motivation?

2. What does Knight describe as being irrelevant and confusing for both the reader and writer?

3. What does Knight believe is created by interest and energy?

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

5. Which of the following can help somebody who needs to learn to hear?

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