The Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien Quiz | Four Week Quiz B

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The Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien Quiz | Four Week Quiz B

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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14, JRR Tolkien as The Old Man.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What point does Tolkien make about his book, The Silmarillion, in Letter #131?
(a) The themes of the book are intentionally complex.
(b) It is about humans.
(c) The themes of the book are intentionally simple.
(d) It is not about humans.

2. How does Tolkien describe Gandalf in Letter #246?
(a) Powerful.
(b) Misunderstood.
(c) Powerless.
(d) Misguided.

3. Overall, what is the length of the longest letters included in the book?
(a) A few thousand words.
(b) Over twenty pages.
(c) A few hundred words.
(d) Over ten pages.

4. Based on Tolkien's assessment in Letter #246, what drives Frodo to embark on the incredible journey?
(a) The need to do what is right and the love of a friend.
(b) The need to do what is right, the love of a friend, and loyalty.
(c) The love of a friend and loyalty.
(d) Loyalty and the need to do what is right.

5. What causes Frodo to have a breakdown in The Lord of the Rings?
(a) Insecurity.
(b) Evil influences.
(c) Insanity.
(d) Pressure.

Short Answer Questions

1. To whom does Tolkien write about the impact of C.S. Lewis' passing?

2. What book has Tolkien recently completed when he writes a letter to W.H. Auden that is included in "To Anne Barrett of Houghton Mifflin Co."?

3. Why does Tolkien think his new position at the university will be better received in Letter #182?

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

5. What happens when Tolkien first decides to approach the publishers about the delay of the books?

(see the answer key)

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