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Bird by Bird Questions

Knowledge:  How does “all good writing begin” according to Lammott?

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Comprehension:  What does she mean when she says writers must “trust the process?”

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Application:  Based on this article, what steps might you take to begin writing a short story?

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Analysis:  What inner struggle does Lammott have when she tries to write?  How does she deal with it?

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Synthesis:  Have you ever had “writer’s block” (a time when you were just unable to write)?  How did you deal with it?  How would Lammott recommend you deal with it?

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Evaluation:  Do you find her advice helpful?  Will this help you come up with a good short story?

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