Which term refers to writing thoughts rapidly for interior monologue?

• A. Stream of consciousness
• B. Ticking clock
• C. In hot water
• D. Put a lid on it

Answer: (A)

The writing technique being tested is a narrative style that presents a character’s thoughts as they arise, in a rapid, unfiltered flow. This best describes stream of consciousness, which aims to mimic the real, uninterrupted flow of the mind—often with quick, associative jumps and imperfect, natural phrasing. It gives readers direct access to interior monologue, capturing how thoughts churn and connect in real time. The other phrases describe external situations or idioms (time pressure, trouble, or suppressing speech) and don’t capture the way a character’s internal thoughts are expressed, so they don’t fit as well.