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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through On Writing.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. King claims __________ is the second most important tool in a writer's toolbox.
(a) Beauty of expression.
(b) Grammar.
(c) A good plot.
(d) Theme.

2. What does King suggest that readers who do not take writing seriously do?
(a) Study the book more carefully.
(b) Read the book, but ignore the advice that conflicts with the reader's beliefs.
(c) Stop reading the book.
(d) Ignore his advice completely.

3. What is King's overall opinion on writing as a profession?
(a) It is frivolous.
(b) It is serious and straightforward.
(c) It is didactic.
(d) It is humorous.

4. What does King's uncle use from the toolbox?
(a) A hammer and some nails.
(b) Only a screwdriver.
(c) A screwdriver and a hammer.
(d) Several tools.

5. What does King believe is necessary to create strong characters?
(a) They should be clearly defined by their actions.
(b) They should be clearly defined but interesting.
(c) They should be multidimensional.
(d) The reader should have no problem identifying the good characters from the bad ones.

Short Answer Questions

1. What advice does King give on paragraphs?

2. There is an old adage in writing: write what you know. How does King feel about this?

3. What kind of material should a writer read in order to learn the most from his reading?

4. At what point does King try to add symbolism to his work?

5. Where on the animal is something unusual attached?

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