The Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien Quiz | Two Week Quiz A

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The Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien Quiz | Two Week Quiz A

This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 132 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, Now the Books Themselves.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Tolkien explain he uses in developing his fascination with imaginary worlds?
(a) His skills, abilities, and sense of humor.
(b) His abilities and sense of humor.
(c) His skills and sense of humor.
(d) His skills and abilities.

2. How does Tolkien respond to the idea of chairing the English department?
(a) He is very appreciative.
(b) He does not entirely understand why he was selected.
(c) He thinks it is terrible.
(d) He is insulted.

3. How does Tolkien expect the publisher to respond to his opinions of the cover designs?
(a) He thinks they will agree with his opinion.
(b) He thinks they will become upset by reading his opinion.
(c) He thinks they will ignore his opinion.
(d) He thinks they will appreciate his opinion, but not act on it.

4. Under what conditions is Tolkien asked to chair an English department in "The Professor"?
(a) Broad.
(b) Confusing.
(c) Contradicting.
(d) Limited.

5. How does Tolkien feel when he looks at his work in the revision stages?
(a) Humbled.
(b) Defiant.
(c) Grateful.
(d) Confused.

Short Answer Questions

1. In general, why do Tolkien and C.S. Lewis meet several times?

2. According to his letters, how does Tolkien consider his experience with the publisher about the cover designs?

3. What subject is a student's thesis about that Tolkien expects to find boring?

4. What year does Tolkien write to his publisher with his thoughts on the original cover designs?

5. Who is the person that Tolkien thanks, and is the recipient of Letter #130?

(see the answer key)

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