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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For thousands of years, what was the only acceptable viewpoint?
(a) First.
(b) Third.
(c) Second.
(d) Detached.

2. What genre was once the preeminent genre?
(a) Romance.
(b) Western.
(c) Historical non-fiction.
(d) Literary fiction.

3. Which of the following describes Knight's view of precision?
(a) Consecutiveness.
(b) Accurate use of words.
(c) Accuracy in creating realistic personalities.
(d) Accurate setting and character depiction.

4. If a writer finds too much wrong with a manuscript when reviewing it, what does Knight suggest might have to happen?
(a) The writer abandons it.
(b) The writer spends days on end reviewing it some more.
(c) The writer seeks professional editing help.
(d) The writer sells it as is.

5. Which of the following means using the simplest words to tell a story?
(a) Economy.
(b) Consecutiveness.
(c) Complexity.
(d) Clarity.

6. After writing a book, how long does Knight suggest that the writer should step away from it?
(a) A couple weeks.
(b) A few days.
(c) A year.
(d) A few months.

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

8. What is the purpose of reviewing work after it is complete?
(a) Finding a way to make the story shorter.
(b) Finding bits to change.
(c) Making sure that the idea shines through.
(d) Making sure the story is good.

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

10. What is the advantage of the omniscient viewpoint?
(a) It allows movement between characters.
(b) It allows a character to physically describe himself.
(c) It allows the writer to show more personality.
(d) It is easier for the writer.

11. Which of the following does Knight suggest for finding good information about publishing requirements?
(a) Literary Book Market.
(b) Literary Market Place.
(c) Literature and Book Market.
(d) Literature Marketing Center.

12. According to Knight, what is the most important element that the ending offers a reader?
(a) Resolution.
(b) Rising action.
(c) Conflict.
(d) Knowledge.

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

14. Which of the following genres does Knight suggest is almost extinct?
(a) Science fiction.
(b) Romance.
(c) Western.
(d) Historical.

15. Which of the following is not a pleasurable element that Knight describes?
(a) Monotonous dialogue.
(b) Vivid images.
(c) Humor.
(d) Exciting incidents.

Short Answer Questions

1. Through which viewpoint can the writer enter the mind of any character?

2. Which of the following is not an example of a revision to a manuscript?

3. What must a writer draw on to write the perfect ending?

4. What is the term used to describe the opposite of a satisfying resolution by Knight?

5. Which of the following does Knight not suggest is significant for the author to include in the beginning of the story?

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