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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 4, Chapter 8 | Book 4, Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is Gandalf allowed to keep his staff when entering Theodyn's hall?
(a) He threatens the guard.
(b) He bewitches his staff to be invisible.
(c) He hides his staff.
(d) He tricks the guard.

2. What does Pippin use to cut the ropes he and Merry are bound with?
(a) The sword of a fallen Orc.
(b) The broach from his elven cloak.
(c) The helmet of the Orc who is carrying him.
(d) His teeth.

3. How old was Bilbo turning at his big birthday party at the beginning of the book?
(a) 200.
(b) 111.
(c) 90.
(d) 150.

4. Why are the hobbits not able to leave as early as they had planned the morning after their stay at the Prancing Pony?
(a) Pippen is hungover from drinking.
(b) Merry is still unconscious from his run-in with a Black Rider.
(c) They are trying to hide from Bill Ferny.
(d) Their ponies have been stolen.

5. How long did the companions spend in Lothlorien before continuing their journey?
(a) A month.
(b) A fortnight.
(c) 3 weeks.
(d) 3 days.

Short Answer Questions

1. What news does Legolas share during the council of the ring that is upsetting to Gandalf?

2. What sends 3 of the 5 Black Riders away as Frodo and Glorfindel are rushing to Rivendell?

3. What are the last words written in the history book that Gandalf finds in the tomb of Balin?

4. Why does Frodo have to save Sam before he can head out alone?

5. What do Sam and Frodo have to travel through to get to Mordor?

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