Jack London Writing Advice and Insights

Jack London Writing Advice and Insights

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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The video explores Jack London's journey to becoming a renowned author, highlighting his early struggles and eventual success. It shares seven writing tips from London, emphasizing the importance of being prolific, not quitting your day job, choosing popular genres, not waiting for inspiration, studying the craft, staying healthy, and keeping a notebook. The video concludes with insights into London's writing philosophy and encourages viewers to apply these strategies to their own writing endeavors.

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17 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What year did Jack London achieve fame with 'The Call of the Wild'?

1903

1906

1900

1910

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Jack London's financial status before he became a successful writer?

Middle class

Upper class

Wealthy

Poor

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What inspired Jack London to become a writer?

His love for reading

A famous author's advice

A family tradition

His experiences in the Yukon

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Jack London carve into the cabin wall in 1898?

Jack London, Miner

Jack London, Author

Jack London, Explorer

Jack London, Poet

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Jack London approach writing to gain experience?

By writing only novels

By focusing on poetry

By writing prolifically in various forms

By attending writing workshops

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a major challenge Jack London faced when starting his writing career?

Lack of ideas

Poor health

No literary connections

No access to books

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What advice did Jack London give about quitting your day job?

Never quit your job

Quit once you publish your first book

Only quit if you have financial support

Quit immediately to focus on writing

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