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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What will the alteration mean for the book Tolkien is writing in Letter #128?
(a) It will be designed to have a sequel.
(b) It will be meant to be read by children.
(c) It will be designed not to have a sequel.
(d) It will be meant not to be read by children.

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

3. How much time has passed between Tolkien's initial idea for drawing maps and when it becomes an issue with a publisher?
(a) Over a decade.
(b) Four years.
(c) A decade.
(d) Eight years.

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

5. What is left out of the letters included in "To Unwin about The Hobbit"?
(a) The endings of the letters.
(b) Months and dates.
(c) Personal information.
(d) The full names of the people that the letters are addressed to.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is the skill or ability of the Elves'?

3. What is the only thing capable of destroying the Ring in Tolkien's story?

4. As mentioned in Letter #66, why does Tolkien think that he will have to move some of the sections of his book?

5. In Letter #131, what reason does Tolkien reveal for creating his alternate world of fiction?

Short Essay Questions

1. What stipulation does Tolkien have in working with Allen & Unwin on publishing The Lord of the Rings trilogy, and what request do they have for him?

2. What message does Tolkien hear when he is becoming impatient about the publishing of The Lord of the Rings?

3. How does Tolkien explain the role of humans and mankind in his stories in Letter #131?

4. What happens between Tolkien and Edith leading up to their engagement?

5. How does Rayner Unwin first contact Tolkien, leading to his involvement with publishing The Lord of the Rings?

6. What happened when the Elves and the Dwarves became friends in the past of Tolkien's fictional realm?

7. How does Tolkien write about being given the position of chairing the English department at the university?

8. How does Tolkien describe the development of his penchant for stories in Letter #130?

9. How are the letters for "To Unwin about The Hobbit" chosen and what information is left out of them?

10. What is the similarity between the Elves and the Machine, and what is the main difference between both sides, according to Tolkien in Letter #131?

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