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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11, To Anne Barrett of Houghton Mifflin Co..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Tolkien respond to the idea of chairing the English department?
(a) He does not entirely understand why he was selected.
(b) He is insulted.
(c) He thinks it is terrible.
(d) He is very appreciative.

2. How does Tolkien feel when he looks at his work in the revision stages?
(a) Grateful.
(b) Defiant.
(c) Confused.
(d) Humbled.

3. Why does Tolkien's new publisher need a summary of the books?
(a) To include on the inside cover.
(b) To use for publicity.
(c) To use for copyrighting the work.
(d) To include on the back cover.

4. Which one of the following best describes Tolkien's recount of the history surrounding his poem in "Publisher Drama"?
(a) Lengthy.
(b) Expected.
(c) Incomplete.
(d) Brief.

5. What year does Tolkien write to his publisher with his thoughts on the original cover designs?
(a) 1951.
(b) 1953.
(c) 1952.
(d) 1954.

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. What is Allen & Unwin?

3. How does Tolkien respond to the publisher's actions with the cover designs in "Now the Books Themselves"?

4. Where does the friendship between the Elves and the Dwarves that Tolkien refers to in Letter #131 take place?

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

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