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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. What is the third stage of the developing writer?
(a) Characterization is complete but story is weak.
(b) Story is strong.
(c) Structure and story are strong but character is weak.
(d) Story is complete but weak in structure or character.

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

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

4. What type of writing style does not require the conscious mind's work?
(a) Short story writing.
(b) Realism.
(c) Surrealism.
(d) Non-fiction.

5. With which of the following does Knight claim to struggle ?
(a) If it's possible to teach the essence of creativity.
(b) If it's possible to teach the essence of good writing.
(c) If it's possible to teach somebody to write.
(d) If it's possible to teach good reading skills.

Short Answer Questions

1. The writer refers to the unconscious mind as ____________.

2. The setting must be limited to _________.

3. When referring to dialogue, why is it important to use different words in place of "said"?

4. What are the emotions that the author intends to evoke from a reader indirectly?

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

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