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

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What type of resolution does Knight suggest a writer needs to create?

4. Which of the following does background not refer to?

5. What does Knight describe as being irrelevant and confusing for both the reader and writer?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the work habits that a writer should have, according to Knight. What should a writer do to be successful? What should a writer avoid to be successful?

Essay Topic 2

Knight tells writers to write what they know. What does this mean? Why should a writer only write what he or she knows? What does Knight suggest a writer do if he or she wants to write about a topic they don't know about?

Essay Topic 3

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?

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