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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was William Gass publishing at New American Library?

2. In the world of grants, Gardner writes in Chapter 2, who has a better chance than other artists?

3. Gardner states in Chapter 2, "If there are objective laws of ______, not all of theme apply in every instance, and none of them finally have to do with purpose."

4. What author of experimental fiction teaches at Rice?

5. What other author did Herman Melville have among his circle of friends?

Short Essay Questions

1. What brings the author feelings of virtue in Chapter 2?

2. What autobiographical experiences does Gardner relate regarding editors in Chapter 3?

3. What does Gardner write of the standard technique of teaching writing in Chapter 2?

4. What does Gardner say in regard to literary dynasties and writing workshops in Chapter 2?

5. What does Gardner cite as the assets of having an agent in Chapter 3?

6. What is the "best" way to sustain a living as a writer, according to Gardner?

7. Describe some of the qualities of bad writing workshops in Chapter 2.

8. What does Gardner say of finding support for the author in Chapter 3?

9. Where does the author's manuscript go after he reviews the copywriter's corrections?

10. Why must a teacher avoid projecting their aesthetic view on writers?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss what Gardner refers to as "special intelligence" in the writer. How does Gardner's definition of intelligence differ from the dictionary definition?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the benefits of earning a graduate degree from a writer's workshop. In what ways can this be beneficial for the author?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the differences between Melville's Onoo and Moby Dick. How does Gardner illustrate this in the text?

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