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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 is Frodo imprisoned in when he finally wakes up from being passed out?

2. What do most people in Hobbiton now think has happened to Bilbo?

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

4. Which of the Hobbits decides to go outside for some air while the others stay in the common room?

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

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What does Sam tell Frodo about trusting the stranger, Strider?

3. When Frodo asks Tom who he is, how does Tom describe himself to the Hobbits?

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

5. What has Gandalf found out about the ring Bilbo had, and which Gandalf had persuaded Bilbo to leave with Frodo?

6. Describe the wife of Tom Bombadil, Goldberry. What does she look like and by what is she surrounded?

7. What happens when Tom takes the ring in his hand after Frodo hands it to him?

8. What is Gildor's reaction to the fact that Gandalf has not arrived as promised yet?

9. What is the magic trick Bilbo has decided to play on the people at the party he is planning?

10. When does Frodo tell Gandalf he will leave the Shire and his Hobbit life?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

At many points of the journey, the innocence of the Hobbits seems to almost get them into trouble.

Part 1: Why is innocence a good thing to have when you are in trouble?

Part 2: Why might being innocent hurt you when you are in a troublesome situation?

Part 3: Would you rather be innocent in the face of danger or not? Why?

Essay Topic 2

Tolkien is known to have been a devoted Christian and his ideas and beliefs are found in his writing.

Part 1: Why do you think the battle between good and evil is so important to Tolkien?

Part 2: Why would Tolkien have written this story and used Christianity as a theme?

Part 3: In what ways do you think Tolkien is supporting Christianity with this story? Cite some examples.

Essay Topic 3

The note from Gandalf reminds Frodo to choose people he trusts as he sets out on his journey.

Part 1: Why is it important to trust the people you are with when heading out on a dangerous journey?

Part 2: Doesn't bringing along those whom you trust put them in harm's way? Why do you think Frodo's friends don't think of that and refuse to come with him?

Part 3: How do you think trust will help the Fellowship as they set out on their journey?

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