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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How could the object King's uncle inherits be described?
(a) Large and hard to carry around.
(b) Big but light.
(c) Small and light.
(d) Large and open.

2. King states that writing is a job that includes aspects that are ____.
(a) Void of meaning.
(b) Unexplainable.
(c) Ponderous.
(d) Drudgery.

3. What does King believe about writers who are too busy to read?
(a) They are too busy to write.
(b) They are hobbyists, not passionate writers.
(c) They will be a successful writer.
(d) They will lose a good source of ideas.

4. According to King, what is the most important tool for a writer?
(a) An excellent computer.
(b) Lots of notes.
(c) Good typing skills.
(d) Vocabulary.

5. Why does King take this position on adverbs?
(a) He believes that by using adverbs, a writer won't stretch his imagination.
(b) He feels adverbs do the thinking for the reader.
(c) He feels adverbs are a crutch for the writer.
(d) He wants to limit the words in his books.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does King define writing as?

2. In what manner does King say writers must always consider writing?

3. What does King feel he will accomplish with his technique regarding description?

4. Why does King emphasize the importance of reading?

5. According to King, what goes in the top of the writer's toolbox?

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