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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12, Later Years.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whom does Tolkien originally ask to draw maps for the imaginary world of The Lord of the Rings?
(a) A professional illustrator.
(b) Edith.
(c) A friend.
(d) Christopher.

2. What will the alteration mean for the book Tolkien is writing in Letter #128?
(a) It will be meant not to be read by children.
(b) It will be designed not to have a sequel.
(c) It will be meant to be read by children.
(d) It will be designed to have a sequel.

3. Besides his complaint in "Later Years", how many other times in the book so far has Tolkien complained about the spelling changes made by the editorial staff of a publishing company?
(a) Twice.
(b) Once.
(c) Three times.
(d) None.

4. How does Tolkien consider the term "Elves"?
(a) He thinks it is amusing.
(b) He thinks it is undefined.
(c) He thinks it is misleading.
(d) He thinks it is senseless.

5. Why does C.S. Lewis use the name Numenor in one of his stories?
(a) As an attempt to rewrite The Lord of the Rings.
(b) As a way to generate interest in the story.
(c) As a reference to Tolkien.
(d) As an attempt to write a sequel to The Lord of the Rings.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much time has passed between Tolkien's initial idea for drawing maps and when it becomes an issue with a publisher?

2. How many academic articles is Tolkien a writer for, as referred to in "The Professor"?

3. Under what conditions is Tolkien asked to chair an English department in "The Professor"?

4. How does Tolkien categorize the attempts made to change his spellings in Letter #236?

5. Which one of the following does Tolkien vigorously discuss in his letters?

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