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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. According to the information provided in Letter #69, how often does Tolkien write to Christopher?
(a) Occasionally.
(b) Frequently.
(c) Rarely.
(d) It is not clear.

2. How does Tolkien respond to the publisher's actions with the cover designs in "Now the Books Themselves"?
(a) He is thankful.
(b) He is unresponsive.
(c) He is upset.
(d) He is confused.

3. What does Tolkien explain he uses in developing his fascination with imaginary worlds?
(a) His skills, abilities, and sense of humor.
(b) His skills and abilities.
(c) His abilities and sense of humor.
(d) His skills and sense of humor.

4. How much time has passed between Tolkien's initial idea for drawing maps and when it becomes an issue with a publisher?
(a) Eight years.
(b) Four years.
(c) A decade.
(d) Over a decade.

5. How many other men are traveling with Tolkien during his conversation about accents?
(a) Three.
(b) Two.
(c) Five.
(d) Four.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is the man whose accent Tolkien refers to as "English after being wiped over with a dirty sponge" from?

2. Who is the person that Tolkien thanks, and is the recipient of Letter #130?

3. What does Tolkien focus on when his books make less than anticipated progress with publishers?

4. What year does Tolkien write to his publisher with his thoughts on the original cover designs?

5. What do the letters selected for "To Unwin about The Hobbit" have in common?

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