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

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

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

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 contribute to the oral tradition of the British Isles.
 
 B.
He wanted to create a compelling work of nonfiction.
 
 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.

timbo5lice · Answer

He wanted to design a complex imaginary world in which he could set a large number of tales.