2. Overall, what is the length of the longest letters included in the book?
(a) Over ten pages.
(b) Over twenty pages.
(c) A few thousand words.
(d) A few hundred words.

3. How does Tolkien respond to C.S. Lewis' use of the name Numenor in one of his stories?
(a) He is curious.
(b) He is delighted.
(c) He is confused.
(d) He is offended.

4. 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) None.
(d) Three times.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In describing the power of the pen, what aspect of fiction writing does Tolkien refer to when explaining his own writing process and the way he invents characters?

2. In what year is Letter #253 written?

3. What request is made of Tolkien after he finishes Farmer Giles of Ham?

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

5. During the time these letters are written, what term do the British typically use to label Americans?

(see the answer key)

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