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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, After the Fall of the Elves.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Letter, #6, to what college subject does Tolkien refer?
(a) Astronomy.
(b) English Literature.
(c) History.
(d) Middle English.

2. As mentioned in Letter #66, why does Tolkien think that he will have to move some of the sections of his book?
(a) They are too long.
(b) They do not fit in with the storyline.
(c) They do not have the same writing style as the other sections.
(d) They are too short.

3. When does the history of the Elves begin?
(a) Long before humanity.
(b) Just after humanity.
(c) Just before humanity.
(d) Long after humanity.

4. How often does Tolkien write to Edith during the time they are separated?
(a) Never.
(b) Once a day.
(c) Once a week.
(d) Once a month.

5. After the Hobbits originate, where does the Dark Power that Tolkien describes in Letter #131 exist?
(a) Rivendell.
(b) Mirkwood.
(c) Gondor.
(d) Mordor.

Short Answer Questions

1. What point does Tolkien make about his book, The Silmarillion, in Letter #131?

2. What is Allen & Unwin?

3. What is the skill or ability of the Elves'?

4. What request is made of Tolkien after he finishes Farmer Giles of Ham?

5. What assertion does Tolkien make about Farmer Giles of Ham?

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