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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, Now the Books Themselves.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Tolkien respond to the idea of chairing the English department?
(a) He does not entirely understand why he was selected.
(b) He is very appreciative.
(c) He is insulted.
(d) He thinks it is terrible.

2. What happens to the wearer of the One Ring in Tolkien's story?
(a) They are transformed into a Hobbit.
(b) They are given immortality.
(c) They are transformed into an Elf.
(d) They are given mind powers.

3. According to his letters, how does Tolkien consider his experience with the publisher about the cover designs?
(a) Unnecessary.
(b) Unexpected.
(c) Stressful.
(d) Helpful.

4. Where does the conversation about accents take place that Tolkien discusses in his letter to Christopher?
(a) On a plane.
(b) In a boat.
(c) In a car.
(d) On a train.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Tolkien feel when he looks at his work in the revision stages?

2. Where does the friendship between the Elves and the Dwarves that Tolkien refers to in Letter #131 take place?

3. How many Rings of Power does the One Ring control?

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

5. How much of The Silmarillion takes place before the arrival of human beings?

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