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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Idea into Story.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. If Knight were able to teach writing effectively, what might it destroy?
(a) Creativity.
(b) Cognitive ability.
(c) Reading.
(d) Intuition.

2. When the hero is perfect, what does the story lack?
(a) Mystery.
(b) Depth.
(c) Plot.
(d) Sidekick.

3. What is the result of a story without conflict, according to Knight?
(a) It is a short story.
(b) It has bad characters and setting.
(c) It has no appeal.
(d) It has a weak plot.

4. What type of knowledge does Knight believe makes a good writer?
(a) Knowledge in many specific fields.
(b) General and broad knowledge.
(c) No knowledge, only senses.
(d) Knowledge in a specific field.

5. Which of the following does Knight say is not a story?
(a) Characters and plot.
(b) A series of events.
(c) Disconnected pieces of information.
(d) A plot and a problem.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is Kafka known for?

2. What is Damon Knight's occupation?

3. What must the solution to a story evoke?

4. Which of the following can help somebody who needs to learn to hear?

5. According to Knight, what does a good writer write?

(see the answer key)

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