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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16, The Final Letters.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whom does Tolkien originally ask to draw maps for the imaginary world of The Lord of the Rings?
(a) Christopher.
(b) Edith.
(c) A professional illustrator.
(d) A friend.

2. When is Letter #185 written to Christopher and Faith Tolkien?
(a) April 19.
(b) March 19.
(c) June 9.
(d) July 9.

3. How does Tolkien consider the term "Elves"?
(a) He thinks it is senseless.
(b) He thinks it is undefined.
(c) He thinks it is amusing.
(d) He thinks it is misleading.

4. Based on the information provided by Tolkien in Letter #261, which Ireland Province was C.S. Lewis from?
(a) Munster.
(b) Leinster.
(c) Connacht.
(d) Ulster.

5. How long does Tolkien indicate he has been working with the imaginary realms in Letter #130?
(a) Months.
(b) Weeks.
(c) Decades.
(d) Years.

Short Answer Questions

1. What choice does Tolkien think each person has?

2. What feeling does Tolkien have about knowing the entire story of The Lord of the Rings?

3. Why does C.S. Lewis use the name Numenor in one of his stories?

4. How long is Tolkien separated from Edith, making his affection for her grow stronger?

5. Which one of the following best describes Tolkien's recount of the history surrounding his poem in "Publisher Drama"?

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