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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4, Controlling A Story.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does a writer try to evoke emotions from a reader?
(a) Length of dialogue.
(b) Diction.
(c) Imagery.
(d) All of these.

2. According to Knight, the writer must always be aware of ________.
(a) The protagonist.
(b) The critic.
(c) The reader.
(d) The antagonist.

3. What type of view of a scene can the writer have to avoid over-describing a scene?
(a) A descriptive view.
(b) A broad view.
(c) A narrow view.
(d) An insignificant view.

4. Through which viewpoint can the writer enter only one character's mind?
(a) Second person.
(b) First person omniscient.
(c) Limited omniscient.
(d) Omniscient.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Knight claim can be used to summarize a theme?

2. What is the result of a story without conflict, according to Knight?

3. What is the storyteller's voice or attitude?

4. Which of the following does Knight specifically say writers should avoid using too many times?

5. Which point of view does Knight believe proves to be most awkward?

(see the answer key)

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