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Follow Bilbo Baggins as he navigates the treacherous path of reclaiming treasure and facing betrayal in J.R.R. Tolkien's epic tale. Discover the challenges, alliances, and sacrifices made along the way in this timeless adventure.
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$200 He finds the Arkenstone and puts it in his pocket. What does Bilbo find as he searches through the treasure hoard and what does he do with it?
$400 They find the remains of skeletons and cups among the tables and benches. What do the dwarves find in one ruined chamber of the stronghold?
$600 A captain, and a descendant of the Lord of Dale, Girion. Who is Bard of Esgaroth?
$800 The thrush. Who informs Bard of Smaug’s weak spot?
$1000 A potent, half-magical black arrow. What does Bard use to kill the dragon?
$200 Roac is a raven, and he shares the news of Smaug’s demise and summons the dwarves kinsmen. Who is Roac and what does he do?
$400 Some of the treasure is Bard’s. Bard says that he killed Smaug. The men of Esgaroth helped the dwarves when they need assistancd. What is Bard’s arguments for claiming a share of Thorin’s treasure?
$600 He does not help in the fight against Smaug. How does the Master of Laketown further prove to be a poor leader?
$800 They sent goods ahead by water and some of the elves remain to rebuild shelters. How do the wood-elves react to the news of Laketown’s destruction?
$1000 Both those soldiers of Lake-town and of the Elvenking decide to set off for the mountain. What plan do the men at arms form at the end of the chapter?
$200 Roac tells the dwarves kinsmen of battle that may be brewing. How do the dwarves contact their kinsmen for help in the defense of the old stronghold and the treasure?
$400 He says he killed Smaug, allowed the dwarves to regain the treasure, and he points out that not all of the treasure belongs to the dwarves. Why does Bard feel that the dwarves owe him a portion of the treasure?
$600 He does not help in the fight against Smaug.. What does the Master of Laketown do that proves he is a poor leader?
$800 He will not give up any treasure under pressure or force. How does Thorin react to Bard’s arguments?
$1000 .The dwarves fortify the Front Gate, repair the road, and alter the river bed to make a pool. What preparations do the dwarves make after they hear news of the approaching men and elves?
$200 He will be avenged on anyone who finds it and withholds it. What threat does Thorin make regarding the Arkenstone?
$400 He feels that the approach of the dwarf army will only bring about a disastrous battle. Why is Roac negative, despite the news that Dain and an army of five hundred dwarves is close to Dale?
$600 He gives Bard the Arkenstone to use as a bargaining chip. What plan does Bilbo carry out and why does he do this?
$800 It demonstrates his loyalty to the dwarves and his willingness to take responsibility for his actions. What does Bilbo’s decision to return to the dwarves after giving up the Arkenstone demonstrate?
$1000 The hobbit cannot handle the forthcoming events. Why do you think Gandalf has returned?
$200 He falls off of Dori’s shoulders and bumps his head on a hard rock, remembering nothing more. What happens to Bilbo when someone grabs Dori from behind?
$400 Thorin is haughty and speaks condescending to Bilbo. How does Thorin treat Bilbo?
$600 The note contains thanks for Bilbo’s hospitality, an agreement to hire him, and the terms on which he is hired. Thorin leaves Bilbo a note. What is in this note?
$800 April What month is it when Bilbo first meets the dwarves and the adventure begins?
$1000 It’s the Took side. Bilbo’s genetic make-up is Took ( his mother’s side) and Baggins(his father’s side). Which side is stirring his desire to go on a quest?
$200 They were considered respectable because they were rich and because they never had any adventures or did anything unexpected. Why do the people consider the Baggins very respectable?
$400 Hobbits are a little people, about half our height, and smaller than the bearded dwarves. There is little on no magic about them. They are fat in the stomach, dress in bright colors, wear no shoes b/c their feet grow natural leathery soles and thick brown curly hair. Long clever brown fingers, good-natured faces, and laugh deep fruity laughs. What is a hobbit?
$600 50 years old or so Approximately, how old is Bilbo at the beginning of the adventure?
$800 A few at a time. How did the dwarves arrive at Bilbo’s home?
$1000 They want a 14th man for the expedition, so they would not have bad luck b/c of the number 13. What is another reason the dwarves need another person for their adventure?