Why did J.R.R. Tolkien write The Hobbit and other stories of Middle-earth?

A.
He wanted to create a compelling work of nonfiction.

B.
He wanted to contribute to the oral tradition of the British Isles.

C.
He wanted to record the stories that had been told to him as a child.

D.
He wanted to create an exciting fantasy for modern readers.

Question

Why did J.R.R. Tolkien write The Hobbit and other stories of Middle-earth?



  A. 
  He wanted to create a compelling work of nonfiction.   
   

 
 

  

  B. 
  He wanted to contribute to the oral tradition of the British Isles.   
   

 
 

  

  C. 
  He wanted to record the stories that had been told to him as a child.   
   

 
 

  

  D. 
  He wanted to create an exciting fantasy for modern readers.

anonymous · Answer

Not quite sure, but I would consider it to be D

anonymous · Answer

I am almost certain that it's not A, since non fiction means that it's a true story, and I have not seen hobbits walking around almost ever.

anonymous · Answer

ok thank you

anonymous · Answer

the answer is D . I guarantee it.