Nonfiction: Two Authors` Perspectives of the Writer`s Craft
Question 7 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 in the use of details in the texts?
Answer
A
Poe’s essay is dominated by facts, while King’s memoir is dominated by images and examples.
B
Poe references numerous authors and literary works, while King does not reference any other authors or literary works.
C
Poe includes a list of all the poems he has written, while King includes a list of all the books he has written.
D
Poe’s essay is full of personal details about his wife and children, while King’s memoir is filled with details about his pets.