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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Does King feel that a writer should blindly follow all the rules in the book he recommends?
(a) Yes, because these rules are the ultimate authority.
(b) Yes, but the writer should remember and use the exceptions, too.
(c) Yes. They are excellent rules.
(d) No. He feels some of the rules are 'a little over the top'.

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

3. In what manner does King say writers must always consider writing?
(a) Ideologically.
(b) Morally.
(c) Seriously.
(d) Realistically.

4. What is one of King's last jobs before becoming a full-time writer?
(a) A worker in a laundry.
(b) A newspaper reporter.
(c) A high school English teacher.
(d) A night janitor for his wife's office.

5. What is the second specific item King states his book on writing will NOT be about?
(a) Diction.
(b) Grammar.
(c) Voice.
(d) Vocabulary.

Short Answer Questions

1. King claims __________ is the second most important tool in a writer's toolbox.

2. There is another element in the making of a good writer according to King's statements. What is it?

3. What book does King recommend for grammar study?

4. King's early addiction soon added another one. What is it?

5. What happened when Carrie sells to a paperback publisher?

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