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

Short Answer Questions

1. After writing a book, how long does Knight suggest that the writer should step away from it?

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

3. According to Knight, the writer must always be aware of ________.

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

5. What is a consequence of not following an editor's advice?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Knight describes the quadrangle as being the combination of character, setting, situation, and emotion. Why does Knight present the reader with the quadrangle? Why is each element of the quadrangle so significant? Does one have more significance over the others? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

What is the difference between tone and mood? Why should both tone and mood be present in a story? Is it possible to write a story that lacks both tone and mood? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

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?

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