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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Gollum get from his island to the shore of the lake?
(a) His ring helps him walk across the surface of the water.
(b) He paddles a little boat.
(c) He rides on the back of blind fish.
(d) He swims, as he is an excellent swimmer.

2. What is the first hint of the dragon's presence that Bilbo notices as he descends the tunnel?
(a) The air about him grows hotter.
(b) Wisps of smoke.
(c) The rumbling sound of Smaug's breathing or snoring.
(d) A reddish glow.

3. Who makes the cram that the dwarves and Bilbo eat while camping at Ravenhill?
(a) The Wood Elves.
(b) The dwarves, using an ancient and secret recipe.
(c) The Lake-men.
(d) Beorn.

4. What does Bilbo take from the trolls' hoard of loot?
(a) A long beautiful sword in a jewelled scabbard.
(b) A pot full of gold coins.
(c) A knife big enough to serve him as a short sword.
(d) A large, clumsy key.

5. What is the name of Gandalf's cousin?
(a) Mithrandir.
(b) Elrond.
(c) Radagast.
(d) Saruman.

Short Answer Questions

1. How high is the doorway that leads into the secret tunnel in Chapter 11?

2. Who found the cave in Chapter 4?

3. What does Elrond dislike about dwarves?

4. Which dwarf is not present on the Doorstep when the door is finally opened?

5. Which troll catches Bilbo in Chapter 2?

(see the answer key)

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