The School Story

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What is a manuscript?

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A manuscript is written material, often a draft of a book or article.

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Who is described as 'demanding' in 'The School Story'?

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Letha is described as 'demanding'.

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What does 'publishing' refer to?

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Publishing refers to the production and selling of literature and information.

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What is the main conflict in 'The School Story'?

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The main conflict is that Natalie feels guilty about tricking her mother.

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How does Natalie feel in her mom's office?

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Natalie feels guilty because other authors have to wait for her mom to read her manuscript.

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What is the role of an editor?

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An editor is responsible for reviewing and making changes to written material before it is published.

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What is the significance of a draft?

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A draft is a preliminary version of a piece of writing that can be revised and improved.

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What does it mean to 'trick' someone?

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To trick someone means to deceive or mislead them, often for fun or to achieve a goal.

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What is the importance of feedback in writing?

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Feedback helps writers improve their work by providing insights and suggestions from others.

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What does it mean to feel guilty?

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To feel guilty means to have a sense of remorse or responsibility for a wrongdoing.