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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does a writer try to evoke emotions from a reader?

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

3. What is the voice a writer uses to tell parts of a story or differences in characters?

4. What point in the book is the easiest for a writer to become "stuck"?

5. According to Knight, which point of view is the most difficult for a writer to cope with?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Knight reveals to the reader some of his weaknesses as a young writer. Why do you think he reveals weaknesses? What effect does this have on you as a reader? Why? Was this Knight's purpose?

Essay Topic 2

Knight has debated with himself about why or why not good writing can be taught. What is your take on the issue? Can good storytelling be taught? Why or why not? How do your findings differ from Knight's?

Essay Topic 3

Knight places emphasis on the end of a story. Why? What does Knight suggest that all readers want in an ending? What makes a bad ending?

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