Short Story Competitions Quiz

What is a unique feature of the weekly short story contest mentioned in the video?

• It is hosted by a university.

• It offers a $100 prize.

• It requires no entry fee.

• It is based on writing prompts.

Who typically hosts short story competitions?

• Libraries

• Online forums

• Literary magazines

• Bookstores

What is a common difference between contest submissions and regular magazine submissions?

• Contests accept simultaneous submissions.

• Contests are judged by guest judges.

• Contests have lower submission fees.

• Contests have no word count limit.

What is a potential downside of entering short story contests?

• They have no prize money.

• They are only open to published authors.

• They require simultaneous submissions.

• They often have high submission fees.

Why might a contest deadline be extended?

• To allow more time for judging.

• To accommodate more entries due to low submissions.

• To change the contest theme.

• To increase the prize money.

What is a challenge when submitting to contests regarding simultaneous submissions?

• You can only submit to contests with no entry fee.

• You can submit the same story to multiple contests.

• You cannot submit the same story elsewhere while it's under contest consideration.

• You must submit to at least three contests simultaneously.

What should you consider when deciding to submit to a contest?

• The contest's location

• The number of pages in your story

• The contest's entry fee

• The guest judge's preferences

What is a benefit of submitting to general magazine submissions over contests?

• Higher chances of winning

• More frequent publication opportunities

• Larger prize money

• No need for a cover letter

What type of stories are more likely to win contests?

• Stories with traditional themes

• Stories that are very short

• Stories that are bold and experimental

• Stories with multiple endings

What is 'contest sparkle'?

• A term for stories with vivid and unique qualities

• A type of writing style

• A special prize for the most creative story

• A theme for a specific contest