The Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien Quiz | Eight Week Quiz G

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The Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien Quiz | Eight Week Quiz G

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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16, The Final Letters.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As displayed in Letter #257, what is the connection between Tolkien's childhood and his later years?
(a) His fascination with Elves.
(b) His writing.
(c) His education.
(d) His enjoyment of stories.

2. How does Tolkien react to the original cover designs that he is sent for his books?
(a) He likes them overall, but has a few suggestions.
(b) He is very happy with them.
(c) He does not understand them.
(d) He is unhappy with them.

3. Which character does Tolkien indicate has gained the most power by wearing the Ring?
(a) Gollum.
(b) Saruman.
(c) Sauron.
(d) The Witch-king of Angmar.

4. As stated in "The Professor," when are The Lord of the Rings books officially published?
(a) 1953.
(b) 1951.
(c) 1954.
(d) 1952.

5. What age does J.R.R. Tolkien pass away?
(a) Eighty-two.
(b) Eighty-one.
(c) Seventy-nine.
(d) Eighty.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which new names are among the recipients of the 1960s letters included in "Later Years"?

2. What two months are Letters #146, 147, and 148 written in?

3. What is causing the culture of the Elves to suffer?

4. Who leads The Enemy in Tolkien's stories?

5. What university did C.S. Lewis have a Chair position?

(see the answer key)

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