Fantasists On Fantasy by Robert H. Boyer

1. What is the primary subject of 'Fantasists On Fantasy' edited by Robert H. Boyer?

A) Essays by fantasy authors about fantasy literature
B) Reviews of fantasy novels
C) A history of fantasy publishing
D) A collection of fantasy short stories

2. According to the collection, what does fantasy literature often provide for readers?

A) Scientific explanations
B) Historical accuracy
C) Political manifestos
D) A sense of wonder and escape

3. Which fantasist emphasizes the importance of 'secondary belief' in creating fantasy worlds?

A) J.R.R. Tolkien
B) C.S. Lewis
C) Jane Yolen
D) Andre Norton

4. What common theme do many contributors address regarding fantasy's purpose?

A) Technical innovation
B) Moral and ethical exploration
C) Economic theory
D) Biographical accuracy

5. What do several contributors suggest is essential for successful fantasy writing?

A) Internal consistency
B) Historical documentation
C) Contemporary settings
D) Scientific plausibility

6. According to the collection, what distinguishes high fantasy from other types?

A) Urban settings
B) Comedic tone
C) Epic scope and secondary worlds
D) Romantic elements

7. Which author discusses the moral dimensions of fantasy quests?

A) Poul Anderson
B) Robert Silverberg
C) Ursula K. Le Guin
D) Larry Niven

8. According to the collection, what makes fantasy characters compelling?

A) Relatable human qualities
B) Modern sensibilities
C) Superhuman abilities
D) Historical accuracy

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