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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did Tolkien work when he returned to Oxford?
(a) In the school bookstore.
(b) In a library.
(c) In a Barnes and Noble.
(d) The New English Dictionary workroom.

2. In January 1913, Ronald Tolkien turned 21 and was thrilled that he could finally do what?
(a) Graduate from college.
(b) Visit his brother.
(c) Drive a car.
(d) Be reunited with Edith.

3. As Tolkien was recovering from trench fever, Christopher Wiseman wrote and told his friend that it was time to start what?
(a) Writing the epic.
(b) Writing short stories.
(c) Writing poetry.
(d) Writing a small book.

4. In 1924, Edith gave birth to a third son, Christopher Reuel, named after whom?
(a) Christopher Moore.
(b) Christopher Robin.
(c) Christopher Wiseman.
(d) Christopher Wren.

5. Did Father Francis accept the news of the engagement?
(a) No.
(b) Yes, he was fairly thrilled.
(c) Yes, he was very excited.
(d) Yes, but he was not thrilled.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the sole purpose of this club?

2. Carpenter meets Edith. How does he describe her?

3. While in service Tolkien received a letter from his friend, G. B. Smith, stating that who had been killed?

4. Why was Ronald eager to please Father Francis?

5. After reading through Tolkien's completed manuscripts, what did Unwin do?

(see the answer key)

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