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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, Allen & Unwin.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Tolkien say are the only people interested in reading his literary works in Letter #115?
(a) C.S. Lewis and his son.
(b) Only his wife and son.
(c) C.S. Lewis and his wife.
(d) Only C.S. Lewis.

2. What has Tolkien found in his manuscript when he writes Letter #69?
(a) Too many metaphors.
(b) Inaccuracies.
(c) Too many analogies.
(d) Inconsistencies.

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

4. How often does Tolkien write to Edith during the time they are separated?
(a) Once a week.
(b) Once a month.
(c) Never.
(d) Once a day.

5. In what month does Tolkien write to Christopher about the writing process for The Hobbit?
(a) November.
(b) July.
(c) April.
(d) February.

Short Answer Questions

1. What book inspired a schoolboy to write to Tolkien, prompting his response in Letter #114?

2. 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?

3. As mentioned in Letter #69, which specific part of his manuscript does Tolkien plan on revising?

4. Which school is Tolkien attending when the first letter begins?

5. What assertion does Tolkien make about Farmer Giles of Ham?

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