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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 6, Being A Writer.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Through which viewpoint does the writer avoid entering the mind of any character?
(a) Detached.
(b) Second person.
(c) Third person limited.
(d) Omniscient.

2. What does Knight describe as being the force that compels the writer to write a story?
(a) Idea.
(b) Materials.
(c) Impetus.
(d) Setting.

3. According to Knight, which point of view is the most difficult for a writer to cope with?
(a) First.
(b) Second.
(c) Detached.
(d) Third.

4. Which of the following is an example of learning to hear?
(a) Have knowledge.
(b) Have a different perspective.
(c) Use details.
(d) Watch television.

5. What was Knight unable to do as a teenager?
(a) Create titles.
(b) Create conflict.
(c) Finish stories.
(d) Create settings.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Which of the following does Knight say is not a story?

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

4. Which of the following describes Knight's view of precision?

5. To sell his story, of what must a writer be aware?

(see the answer key)

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