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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to King, what goes in the top of the writer's toolbox?
(a) Practice in writing.
(b) Study and preparation through classwork.
(c) A grounding in literature.
(d) The most important tools for writing.

2. What happens to Carrie when King sends it off to the publisher?
(a) King receives a telegram saying the book needed revisions.
(b) The publisher sells it for $2500.
(c) King receives a check for $250.
(d) It sells, and he receives an advance of $2500.

3. When a writer sees an image in his/her head and writes it down, what is he accomplishing in regards to the reader?
(a) Demonstrating his prowess as an author who should be read.
(b) Suggesting how to understand the author's thoughts.
(c) Giving the image to the reader.
(d) Enticing the reader to stay alert.

4. Why is it important to King that a writer not be distracted while working?
(a) He believes that distractions make achieving a high number of words impossible.
(b) He thinks writers achieve their best work in solitude.
(c) He feels that distractions cause a writer to lose the desire to work.
(d) He suggests that writers need solitude to clarify their thoughts.

5. To which substance is King first addicted as a young man?
(a) Alcohol.
(b) Marijuana.
(c) Prescription pain-killers.
(d) Cocaine.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does King remember about his childhood with his brother Dave?

2. In order to ignore a grammar rule, what does King believe must be observed?

3. What does King believe is necessary to create strong characters?

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

5. If used correctly, King believes that dialogue could be what object for a writer?

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