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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Knight describe as being the end of conflict?
(a) Epiphany.
(b) Plot.
(c) Resolution.
(d) Impetus.

2. What should emerge once a story evolves, according to Knight?
(a) Theme.
(b) Tension.
(c) Setting.
(d) Plot.

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

4. What does Knight know he cannot pump into people?
(a) Enthusiasm.
(b) Creativity.
(c) Skill.
(d) Knowledge.

5. What can a writer participate in, in order to learn about empathy?
(a) Reading.
(b) Watching television.
(c) Roleplaying.
(d) Computer games.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of knowledge is best suited for creating a character with a believable backdrop?

2. The writer refers to the unconscious mind as ____________.

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

4. Which of the following elements must be present in a story for it to be complete?

5. When a writer first creates a character, how do they start?

Short Essay Questions

1. If a writer wants to use a specific word or phrase but cannot think of it at the moment, what should he or she do?

2. What should the writer be aware of in terms of selling a story?

3. What does it mean for a writer to use constraints?

4. Describe the quadrangle that Knight introduces.

5. What pleasurable elements does Knight insist a story must have?

6. What is the second stage of the developing writer?

7. What tips does Knight give to writers about viewpoints?

8. What is Knight's final and most important tip?

9. What is tone?

10. Describe the five questions a writer needs to ask himself before beginning his story.

(see the answer keys)

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