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Exercise #416

Exercise #416: Self Knowledge
Posted 4/15/11

Today's exercise comes from Tracy Saylor.

Write about a secret you had to keep from someone. Show us why you had to keep it, how you did so (or not) and how the event worked out (or not).

You may, if you wish, show a character tackling this exercise instead.

Critiquers, you might choose to answer these questions for critiquing the piece:
     * Did you catch any spelling errors or other standard proofreading items? If so, note them for the author.
    * Could you relate to the SUB? Why or why not?

Word limit: 1200
Please use the subject line:
             SUB: Exercise #416/yourname

Why this is a self-knowledge exercise: There are all kinds of secrets. What you choose to keep from someone and why can tell quite a bit about you.

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