MCQ on Principle of Good Writing by L. A. Hills

 

  1. According to the passage, what is the first prerequisite for writing clearly and logically?
    A) Mastery of grammar
    B) A rich vocabulary
    C) Logical thinking
    D) Reading newspapers regularly
  2. The example of exploring the idea of being a "free person" demonstrates:
    A) Political philosophy
    B) The role of metaphors in writing
    C) The importance of step-by-step reasoning
    D) How to use rhetorical devices
  3. What is the author's stance on the concept of “inspiration” in writing?
    A) It is essential and should be waited for
    B) It should be artificially created
    C) It plays a minimal role compared to disciplined effort
    D) It arises mostly from personal suffering
  4. The term “delicious indolence” in the vocabulary example suggests:
    A) A strong sense of guilt
    B) Productive laziness
    C) Pleasurable inactivity
    D) Confused excitement
  5. Why does the author advise imagining oneself as a stranger to one’s surroundings?
    A) To write from an objective political perspective
    B) To uncover clichés
    C) To notice things with fresh curiosity and insight
    D) To evoke nostalgia in writing
  6. The function of a notebook in a writer’s routine, as described in the essay, is primarily to:
    A) List future publishing houses
    B) Catalogue grammatical rules
    C) Preserve fleeting ideas and observations
    D) Maintain a daily diary
  7. What quality does the author suggest is essential for being able to write “vividly”?
     A) Use of similes and metaphors
    B) Reading classic literature
    C) Seeing and hearing things keenly and responsively
    D) Practicing persuasive speech
  8. What does the author mean by saying “call a spade a spade”?
    A) Use metaphors for common things
    B) Prefer jargon to everyday speech
    C) Employ euphemisms cautiously
    D) Use direct and unambiguous language
  9. The term circumlocution is illustrated in the passage by:
     A) “You must cultivate vivid expression”
    B) “I will cause investigations to be made…”
    C) “Reading Dickens improves style”
    D) “People appreciate information about children”
  10. The expression “Cult of Cosiness” refers to:
     A) The warm tone used in friendly letters
    B) An attempt to evoke empathy
    C) A tendency to euphemistically conceal harsh realities
    D) A postmodern literary movement
  11. What is the significance of the Wilkins Micawber letter cited from David Copperfield?
     A) It shows how to write persuasively
    B) It illustrates the style of Victorian correspondence
    C) It is an example of unnecessarily ornate and pompous writing
    D) It exemplifies how to express gratitude with flair
  12. The passage suggests that “self-conscious” writing should be avoided because:
     A) It makes the writing too abstract
    B) It interferes with grammatical precision
    C) It reveals artificiality and reduces sincerity
    D) It enhances literary quality
  13. Why does the author disapprove of copying another’s writing style?
     A) Because it is unethical
    B) Because it hinders vocabulary growth
    C) Because it reveals lack of originality to the reader
    D) Because it doesn’t conform to grammatical rules
  14. Which of the following is NOT advised by the author in the process of revising one’s work?
    A) Replacing vague words
    B) Rewriting entire paragraphs
    C) Removing empty verbiage
    D) Leaving blanks for hard words temporarily
  15. According to the passage, which of the following best reflects the author’s view on audience awareness?
    A) Write for yourself; readers will follow
    B) Generalize to appeal to everyone
    C) Identify specific reader interests and write accordingly
    D) Assume that the reader knows nothing about the topic

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