Nonfiction: Two Authors` Perspectives of the Writer`s Craft
Question 3 of 10 • ARC English 10 Semester 2 CR/Summer
The following question refers to “The Philosophy of Composition” by Edgar Allan Poe and On Writing by Stephen King. What is a key difference between the main ideas of the texts?
Answer
A
Poe states that the writer’s job is simple, while King states that the writer’s job is the most difficult of all jobs.
B
Poe suggests that people should pursue employment that pays well, while King suggests that people should look for jobs that they enjoy.
C
Poe professes that writers should be young, while King professes that the best writing occurs in middle age.
D
Poe claims that the story is the most essential element, while King claims that the writer is the most essential element.