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

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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. How many other men are traveling with Tolkien during his conversation about accents?
(a) Four.
(b) Two.
(c) Three.
(d) Five.

2. According to his letters, how does Tolkien consider his experience with the publisher about the cover designs?
(a) Unexpected.
(b) Unnecessary.
(c) Helpful.
(d) Stressful.

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

4. In what month does Tolkien write to Christopher about the writing process for The Hobbit?
(a) November.
(b) April.
(c) February.
(d) July.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the first topic discussed in Tolkien's letter to Unwin about C.S. Lewis in "Now the Books Themselves"?

2. When does Tolkien write to Unwin about C.S. Lewis in "Now the Books Themselves"?

3. What is the term "galleys" used to refer to in "The Professor"?

4. How does Tolkien describe the alteration he is contemplating making to his manuscript in Letter #128?

5. Where is the man whose accent Tolkien refers to as "English after being wiped over with a dirty sponge" from?

(see the answer key)

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