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On Writing by Stephen King - Exam
  • 1. What genre is 'On Writing' primarily considered?
A) Short story collection
B) Poetry
C) Memoir and writing guide
D) Novel
  • 2. In which year was 'On Writing' published?
A) 1995
B) 2010
C) 2000
D) 2005
  • 3. What does King emphasize as a critical part of writing?
A) Mathematics
B) Reading
C) Traveling
D) Cooking
  • 4. Which writing tool does King recommend?
A) A computer
B) A typewriter
C) A dictaphone
D) A pen
  • 5. How does King suggest writers should handle critiques?
A) Be open but not overly sensitive
B) Pretend they don't exist
C) Get offended easily
D) Ignore all critiques
  • 6. What does King suggest about the use of adverbs?
A) Only use them in dialogue
B) Use them excessively
C) Avoid them completely
D) Use them sparingly
  • 7. What advice does King give about first drafts?
A) Shitty first drafts
B) Carefully planned first drafts
C) Perfect first drafts
D) Revised first drafts
  • 8. In 'On Writing', King mentions a specific book he wrote. What is it?
A) The Shining
B) The Stand
C) Carrie
D) Misery
  • 9. What ritual does King mention about his writing process?
A) Writing every day
B) Only writing on weekends
C) Writing only during the night
D) Writing in public places
  • 10. What personal tragedy does King discuss in 'On Writing'?
A) His near-fatal accident
B) Divorce
C) The death of his father
D) His mother's illness
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