Mini-Quiz: Classification of Fiction by Length

1. What type of interesting story can you tell in only 300 words?

   Something without a plot or charactersSorry, not correct. Try another button. An amusing personal experienceThat is correct. You seem like a Fiction Champion. All stories require more than 300 wordsGood try, but not right. Select another answer.

2. What is a purpose of a short story?

   It can be easily read in one sittingCorrect. You like to write fiction stories. The wording is so compact that you need to read it several timesSorry, not correct. Try another button. It is less expensive than a novelOops! Wrong answer. Re-read the question and try again.

3. Must you write a novel on 6 X 9 inch or 5.5 X 8.5 inch paper?

   Yes, because you want it to look exactly like the book wouldOops! Wrong answer. Re-read the question and try again. No one is really sure, since authors are so secretiveGood try, but not right. Select another answer. No; most write the draft of their novels on standard sized paperThat is correct. You seem like a Fiction Champion.

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