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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the weak point in Bilbo's plan of escape from the elves?
(a) He forgot to leave air-holes so the dwarves could breathe through.
(b) He forgot that he couldn't swim.
(c) He forgot that he had nobody to pack him inside a barrel.
(d) He forgot that the elves would notice that the barrels were still full.

2. Which dwarf puts up the most fight when the trolls try to capture him?
(a) Balin.
(b) Gloin.
(c) Bombur.
(d) Thorin.

3. What small creatures does Bilbo find at the top of the oak tree in Chapter 8?
(a) Squirrels and sparrows.
(b) Centipedes and earwigs.
(c) Moths and caterpillars.
(d) Black butterflies and spiders.

4. Why are the dwarves glad to be captured by the elves (at first)?
(a) They guess that the elves have taken Thorin prisoner and they want to be reunited with him.
(b) They know that if they promise the elves a share of their treasure, they will be set free.
(c) The elves have been friends with the dwarves for hundreds of years.
(d) They are starving, and the elves will give their prisoners food.

5. What does Bilbo learn about his sword in Chapter 5?
(a) It helps him see in the dark.
(b) He can use it like a match to make fire.
(c) It acts as a compass so he does not lose his sense of direction.
(d) It is an elvish blade like Glamdring and Orcrist.

Short Answer Questions

1. After they have defeated the spiders, who do the adventurers discover is missing?

2. What is Gandalf's last piece of advice before he leaves the dwarves and Bilbo?

3. How many goblins grab Bilbo?

4. What is the name of the inn where the dwarves meet Bilbo in Chapter 2?

5. What animals do the adventurers see quite frequently in the early stages of their journey through Mirkwood?

Short Essay Questions

1. Summarize in your own words how the trade between the Wood Elves and the men of Laketown operates.

2. How do the dwarves and Bilbo manage to escape from the goblins?

3. What does Gandalf leave on Bilbo's door after Bilbo invites him to tea in Chapter 1?

4. Why do the goblins take the adventurers prisoner, and what fate do the goblins intend for them?

5. What is significant about Bombur's (and Bilbo's) dreams while in their enchanted slumbers?

6. Describe Elrond, the master or ruler of Rivendell in your own words.

7. What is special about the swords that Gandalf and Thorin took from the trolls' hoard of plunder?

8. How many ways can Gandalf find of interpreting Bilbo's use of the phrase "Good Morning" and what are the different possible meanings?

9. What strategy does Bilbo use to try to win the riddle contest (not including his final "What have I got in my pocket?" question)?

10. Why does Bilbo believe that there is no end to the forest after he climbs up the tall oak to have a look around?

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