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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What path will the Hobbits take in order to avoid the Black Riders?

2. What is the name of the Inn where the Hobbits decide to stay, even though Wanderers may be there?

3. Where does Gandalf go to meet Bilbo after he has disappeared?

4. Sam feels the reasons for him joining Frodo are more important than seeing ___________ and having adventures.

5. Who becomes separated from the rest of the group as they begin to make their way out of the Downs?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Frodo dream about during his first night's sleep at Crickhollow?

2. What does Frodo regret as he comes upon his 50th birthday, the same age Bilbo was when Bilbo left for a great adventure?

3. What kind of party is Bilbo Baggins planning at the beginning of the "Fellowship of the Ring"?

4. Why is Sam so insistent on joining Frodo on his journey, which is surprising to Frodo?

5. What does Goldberry say to the Hobbits as they are leaving Tom's house?

6. What is the rumor of the Elves that the Hobbits are just starting to hear about in their own town?

7. What happens when Pippin yells at the trees to let them through on their journey?

8. Why does Frodo not want to cut through Farmer Maggot's land as they are traveling to Crickhollow?

9. What does Frodo reply to the man at the gate of Bree when he asks about Frodo's business?

10. What is so special about Frodo turning 33 on the day of Bilbo's large party and suprise?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The theme of the journey begins with the travels of Bilbo seeking to try new things and new adventures.

Part 1: Why are journeys so important?

Part 2: Why do you think Bilbo is such a wanderer?

Part 3: Why does Frodo also feel called to travel as Bilbo did?

Essay Topic 2

The legend of the Ring is one that haunts some characters and inspires others.

Part 1: Why does the story of the Ring haunt Aragorn?

Part 2: Which characters find inspiration in the story of the Ring? Why?

Part 3: How are legends driving the various characters in the story?

Essay Topic 3

Power in this story is clearly something which corrupts, in a variety of ways as the story progresses.

Part 1: Why is power so alluring to the people in the story?

Part 2: Why are some people more attracted to holding power than others are?

Part 3: Is it possible to have a world without power struggles? Why or why not?

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