Writing 2 Quiz for Grade 12 English | Free Online Practice

Writing 2 Quiz for Grade 12 English | Free Online Practice

1. When trying to write something funny, what is often the most reliable place to look for inspiration?
2. What does 'subverting expectations' mean in creative writing?
3. If a student wants to write a funny anecdote about their school day, which angle would likely be the most entertaining?
4. What is a common pitfall when a beginner tries to write a funny skit?
5. Why are highly flawed or slightly exaggerated characters generally funnier than perfect characters?
6. When writing dialogue for a comedic skit, what should a writer aim for?
7. Which dialogue option creates better comedic tension?
8. In a comedic script, what is the primary purpose of funny stage directions?
9. In comedy writing, what does the 'Rule of Three' refer to?
10. Which of the following lists uses the 'Rule of Three' effectively for comedic effect?
11. What is 'hyperbole,' and how is it used to make a story funny?
12. If a character is waiting in a slightly long line at a tea shop in Mandalay, how would a writer use hyperbole to describe it?
13. What is 'understatement,' and why does it work in comedy?
14. Which statement is the best example of comedic understatement?
15. When revising your first draft of a humorous story, what should you look to cut out?
16. Why is 'pacing' incredibly important when writing a joke or a funny scene?
17. What advice would Lynn Coady give a student who is worried their story is 'not polite enough' because it features a messy family argument?
18. What does it mean to use 'irony' in a humorous short story?
19. If a student writes a skit about a character who claims to be an 'expert survivalist' but gets terrified by a tiny house gecko, what type of comedy is this?
20. What is the final, most crucial piece of advice for anyone attempting the 'Writing Humour' task?