Can you freely use any name in a story?

No, you can't. Calvin and Hobbes comics are protected by copyright, and using them without permission is illegal.

It depends. If the character is your original creation, sure. But if it's someone else's copyrighted character, you can't without permission.

Yes, you can. But it depends on various factors like the genre, target audience, and your overall writing goals.

Sure. It's a common practice. When you use a name, say 'Tom' in a story, it differentiates characters. It also allows for more personalized descriptions. You can talk about Tom's unique features, his dreams, and how he interacts with others in the story world. This adds depth to the narrative.

France. It has a sense of elegance and romance, which can add a touch of sophistication to a story. You can set a story in the beautiful French countryside or the bustling streets of Paris.

Yes, using a person's name in a story is perfectly fine. It adds a personal touch and makes the character stand out. However, you need to choose the name carefully to suit the character's personality and the tone of the story.

I recommend the novel Road Survival: Endless Adventures to you. The protagonist is a college student who has just passed subject two. At the beginning, there is only one car and one road. You can freely choose which direction to go to explore endless adventures. The protagonist was mediocre in the early stages, but his abilities exploded in the later stages. He liked to be invincible at the beginning and had a high IQ. Moreover, this book is an infinite flow with the main theme of the road, which is similar to the novel protagonist that you mentioned. I hope you like my recommendation.

Yes. Just like in a novel, you can use a real school name in a short story. As long as you're not defaming the school or causing any legal trouble. For instance, if you write a heartwarming short story about a student's experience at a particular real school, it's completely acceptable.

Sure. You can use any name you like in a fictional story. It could be a traditional name or a completely made - up one. If you use a name like 'Luna' in a story about magic, it can add a touch of mystery. And you can use the name to build relationships between characters, like how 'Luna' might interact with other characters in the story.

Maybe that name is already trademarked. Some names are protected by law for commercial use, so if it's a registered trademark, you can't use it without permission.