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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, To Unwin about The Hobbit.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who provides input , feedback, and advice for the letters in the book?
(a) Edith Bratt.
(b) J.R.R. Tolkien.
(c) Christopher Tolkien.
(d) Humphrey Carpenter.

2. In Letter #27, which of the following does Tolkien say that he will leave the drawing of to someone who can draw ?
(a) Hobbits.
(b) Elves.
(c) Volcanoes.
(d) Mountains.

3. What German word meaning "essential" does Tolkien refer to in Letter #6, stating that it is actually viewed as an English word?
(a) Unentbehrlich.
(b) Wesenhaft.
(c) Entscheidend.
(d) Grundlegend.

4. What do the letters selected for "To Unwin about The Hobbit" have in common?
(a) They refer to Tolkien's least known works.
(b) They are all less than one-page long.
(c) They are all over five pages.
(d) They refer to Tolkien's most well known works.

5. As mentioned in Letter #69, which specific part of his manuscript does Tolkien plan on revising?
(a) Where the Sun has risen and set.
(b) When the Sun has risen and set.
(c) When the Moon has risen and set.
(d) Where the Moon has risen and set.

Short Answer Questions

1. What words does Tolkien use to replace "Elves"?

2. In what month does Tolkien write to Christopher about the writing process for The Hobbit?

3. How does Tolkien describe the writing of The Hobbit to Christopher?

4. What will the alteration mean for the book Tolkien is writing in Letter #128?

5. How many other men are traveling with Tolkien during his conversation about accents?

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