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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III: Chapter 11 Nonfiction as Literature.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What method of writing does Zissner use?
(a) Cluster writing.
(b) Old Journalism.
(c) Bold paragraph approach.
(d) New Journalism.

2. Why is it important to narrow down a nonfiction piece?
(a) Articles should not drain the writer and reader. Focusing on a corner is better than redefining an entire room.
(b) One person cannot write an article about every aspect of something. That is what books are for.
(c) It isn't that important. It just sells better to magazines to be focused.
(d) It isn't important. People just want to look at pictures anyways.

3. Literature was once considered solely as what?
(a) Fiction only.
(b) Great novels.
(c) Writing by only certain authors.
(d) Historical pieces.

4. What does Zissner believe authors are fearful of in their writing?
(a) The reader not relating to them.
(b) Stating their true opinions, ideas, and judgments.
(c) Stating where they live.
(d) Writing poorly.

5. What are some limitations of perfect grammar?
(a) Hindering points, establishing author moods, and painting word pictures.
(b) Good grammer makes for boring writing.
(c) Some writers don't have perfect grammar and therefore cannot get published.
(d) Lack of expressionism when grammar is perfect.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are the best aspects of a good story?

2. What does a Thesaurus help a writer with, besides finding alternate words?

3. Why is it important for writers to read constantly?

4. What is the mood or voice in a piece?

5. Why is the above a problem?

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