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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What skills or interests does the Master have that have made him the ruler of Laketown?
(a) His economic expertise.
(b) His love of old songs.
(c) His excellent memory and people skills.
(d) His knowledge of the Elvish languages.

2. How long do the dwarves and Bilbo stay in Laketown?
(a) Three weeks.
(b) A fortnight.
(c) Two days.
(d) We are not told.

3. What type of bird brings Bilbo and the dwarves the news of the dragon's death?
(a) An eagle.
(b) A raven.
(c) A thrush.
(d) A crow.

4. Why is Bilbo unhappy during their stay in Laketown?
(a) He does not like the food that the Lake-men offer them.
(b) He still wishes he was back in his hobbit-hole.
(c) He is suspicious about the possible motives of the Master.
(d) He has a bad cold.

5. What advice does Roac give to Thorin about the Lakemen?
(a) To trust all of them, especially the Master.
(b) To trust Bard, and to share the treasure with them.
(c) Not to trust any of them, as they want to steal the gold.
(d) To attack first before the elf army arrives.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do the goblins not find Bilbo after he is knocked unconscious?

2. Who sit beside Thorin at the high table after Thorin proclaims himself as the descendant of Thror, King Under the Mountain?

3. How does Bilbo manage to recognize Thorin after freeing him from the barrel?

4. What does Gollum call the ring?

5. What does Bilbo learn about his sword in Chapter 5?

(see the answer key)

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