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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 does Bilbo most want to happen while the dwarves are preparing for a siege by the elves and Lakemen?
2. Who killed Bolg, the goblin cheiftan?
3. What does Thorin take as armor and weapons from the hoard of Smaug's treasure?
4. How long do the dwarves and Bilbo stay in Laketown?
5. What is the first landmark feature that Bilbo notices as the barrel he is riding takes him out of the forest?
Short Essay Questions
1. What reconciles the forces of the men and elves, and the dwarves in Chapter 17?
2. Why does only the Black Arrow shot by Bard manage to kill Smaug while all other arrows are harmless?
3. Upon what does Bard the Bowman base his claim to a share of the dragon's treasure?
4. What are the five armies involved in the Battle of the Five Armies?
5. How does Bilbo's attitude differ from that of the dwarves in Chapter 9?
6. Why does the dwarves' imprisonment turn out to be a lucky accident?
7. Describe what the Master of Laketown is like in your own words.
8. Why does Thorin refuse to share the treasure with Bard and his allies and treat them with hostility?
9. How is the treasure divided after the battle is won in Chapter 17?
10. What dreams or legends do the Lakemen have regarding the King Under the Mountain and Smaug?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
The relationships between major characters often changes within the plot of a novel. Describe how the relationship between Bilbo and the other dwarves, particularly Thorin, changes throughout this novel. What events cause these changes in their relationship?
Essay Topic 2
Are any stereotypes or cliches used in The Hobbit? If so, what are they? If not, what are some things that make The Hobbit fresh and original?
Essay Topic 3
Describe how the character of Bilbo changes from the start of the novel to the end. How does he stay the same?
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