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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7, Publisher Drama.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Letter, #6, to what college subject does Tolkien refer?
(a) History.
(b) Middle English.
(c) English Literature.
(d) Astronomy.

2. How does Tolkien originally respond to Unwin's request about the poem?
(a) He is unaware of it.
(b) He is grateful.
(c) He is confused by it.
(d) He is indifferent.

3. Who leads The Enemy in Tolkien's stories?
(a) Saruman.
(b) Sauron.
(c) The Nazgul.
(d) Gollum.

4. Which one of Tolkien's books explains the history of Elvenkind?
(a) The Legend of Sigurd and Gudrún.
(b) The Hobbit.
(c) The Silmarillion.
(d) The Lord of the Rings.

5. After the Hobbits originate, where does the Dark Power that Tolkien describes in Letter #131 exist?
(a) Mirkwood.
(b) Mordor.
(c) Gondor.
(d) Rivendell.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who provides input , feedback, and advice for the letters in the book?

2. How does Tolkien describe the alteration he is contemplating making to his manuscript in Letter #128?

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

4. As stated in the letters included in "Publisher Drama," how many times does Tolkien have the chance to use the poetic invention he makes?

5. In general, why do Tolkien and C.S. Lewis meet several times?

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