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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14, JRR Tolkien as The Old Man.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Based on Tolkien's assessment in Letter #159, who is the most surprised about the results of the published books?
(a) The publisher.
(b) Neither himself nor the publisher.
(c) Either himself or the publisher.
(d) Himself.

2. 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.

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. According to his letters, how does Tolkien consider his experience with the publisher about the cover designs?

2. What invention does Tolkien make when writing the poem being discussed with Unwin?

3. What point does Tolkien make about his book, The Silmarillion, in Letter #131?

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

5. Which one of the following is a topic of discussion in Letter #150 to Christopher?

(see the answer key)

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