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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. What is the first topic discussed in Tolkien's letter to Unwin about C.S. Lewis in "Now the Books Themselves"?
(a) The books' reviews.
(b) C.S. Lewis' opinions.
(c) The books' sales.
(d) C.S. Lewis' books.

2. How does Tolkien react to the original cover designs that he is sent for his books?
(a) He likes them overall, but has a few suggestions.
(b) He is unhappy with them.
(c) He does not understand them.
(d) He is very happy with them.

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

4. What is the term "galleys" used to refer to in "The Professor"?
(a) Chapter summaries for a book.
(b) Advance copies of a printed book.
(c) Advance posters advertising a book.
(d) Reviews for a book.

5. Based on Tolkien's letter to W.H. Auden, who is responsible for shaping an individual's behavior?
(a) The individual and people around them.
(b) People around the individual.
(c) The individual.
(d) Neither the individual nor people around them.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which literary technique does Tolkien not appreciate?

2. How do the Belgians describe Tolkien in Letter #165?

3. How often does Tolkien write to Edith during the time they are separated?

4. How do the Hobbits respond to magic in Tolkien's stories?

5. To whom is Letter #159 addressed?

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