Writing Process and Evolution

The transcript discusses the evolution of the writing process with the advent of computers. It highlights the initial drafting stages, known as 'vomit outs', and the transition from typewriters to computers. The speaker shares personal anecdotes about writing rituals and the impact of typing on thought processes, emphasizing the changes in writing habits over time.

What was the purpose of the 'vomit out' method in the speaker's initial drafting process?

• To avoid using notes altogether

• To create a polished final draft

• To inventory thoughts and determine direction

• To impress colleagues with writing skills

How did the speaker's drafting process change with the use of computers?

• They abandoned the use of paper drafts

• They immediately composed directly on the computer

• They used the computer as a fast typewriter initially

• They stopped using drafts altogether

What does the speaker say about their writing rituals?

• They have no particular writing ritual

• They have a very complex ritual

• They perform a ritual before every draft

• They follow a strict schedule

Why did the speaker's father send them to a secretarial school?

• To learn advanced writing techniques

• To keep them off the streets when schools closed

• To improve their handwriting skills

• To prepare them for a career in journalism

How did typing influence the speaker's thought process?

• It made them dislike writing

• It disconnected their thoughts from writing

• It had no influence on their thoughts

• It connected their thoughts to typing

What change in typing skills does the speaker note with the advent of computers?

• Typing skills became less important

• Men quickly learned to type despite previous beliefs

• Typing became a skill only for secretaries

• Typing was replaced by voice dictation