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What is the main feature of the town mentioned in the content?
What is the main feature of the town mentioned in the content?
- It is situated in the mountains.
- It is built on the shore of the lake.
- It is constructed underground.
- It is located on the surface of the lake. (correct)
Which characters are recalled in the songs sung by the Men?
Which characters are recalled in the songs sung by the Men?
- Thror and Thrain. (correct)
- Thorin and Bilbo.
- The lords of Dale.
- Smaug and Durin.
What transformation occurred to the dwarves within a week after their arrival?
What transformation occurred to the dwarves within a week after their arrival?
- They became proud and well-fitted. (correct)
- They left Lake-town for the Mountains.
- They forgot their old legends.
- They became weak and sickly.
What was Bilbo's condition during the celebrations in Lake-town?
What was Bilbo's condition during the celebrations in Lake-town?
What emotion does Bilbo experience at the banquet, despite the celebration?
What emotion does Bilbo experience at the banquet, despite the celebration?
What significant event does Bilbo accomplish before seeing the dragon?
What significant event does Bilbo accomplish before seeing the dragon?
What was Bilbo's feeling about his adventure?
What was Bilbo's feeling about his adventure?
What was the attitude of the other dwarves towards Bilbo's abilities?
What was the attitude of the other dwarves towards Bilbo's abilities?
What impact did Gandalf's departure have on the group?
What impact did Gandalf's departure have on the group?
How did Bilbo feel about his current adventure during the time of reflection?
How did Bilbo feel about his current adventure during the time of reflection?
What did Bilbo wish regarding Gandalf during his adventure?
What did Bilbo wish regarding Gandalf during his adventure?
What was the other dwarves' opinion on Bilbo’s potential decision-making?
What was the other dwarves' opinion on Bilbo’s potential decision-making?
What aspect of the town's location is highlighted in the content?
What aspect of the town's location is highlighted in the content?
Which past event do many Men still remember and sing about?
Which past event do many Men still remember and sing about?
What were the dwarves’ feelings towards Bilbo as time went on in Lake-town?
What were the dwarves’ feelings towards Bilbo as time went on in Lake-town?
What was Bilbo's condition when he was celebrating with the dwarves?
What was Bilbo's condition when he was celebrating with the dwarves?
What does Smaug boast about in his speech?
What does Smaug boast about in his speech?
What physical change did the dwarves undergo during their time in Lake-town?
What physical change did the dwarves undergo during their time in Lake-town?
What does Bilbo confront before he sees the dragon, Smaug?
What does Bilbo confront before he sees the dragon, Smaug?
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Study Notes
Elves and the Wide World
- Elves are divided into Light-elves, Deep-elves, Sea-elves, and Wood-elves.
- Elves are wise, learned, and skilled in magic and craftsmanship
- Wood-elves live in vast forests and prefer starlight to the sun and moon.
- Wood-elves are fond of the twilight and dusk.
Bilbo the Hobbit and the Burglar
- Bilbo feels like a burglar forced to repeatedly rob the same house.
- He wishes he could return home to his warm fireside.
- Bilbo wants to send a message for help to the wizard Gandalf but deems it impossible.
Thorin and the Dwarves
- Thorin is determined to not ransom himself with promises of treasure to the Wood-elves.
- Thorin has formed a high opinion of Bilbo’s cleverness.
- The dwarves trust Bilbo and want him to help them retrieve their share of the treasure, fearing the Wood-elves will claim it.
Lake-town
- Lake-town is a town built on the surface of a lake, protected by a rock promontory.
- The town is inhabited by Men who remember old songs about the dwarf-kings and the dragon.
- Some believe that Thror and Thrain will return, bringing gold and prosperity.
- Many in Lake-town believe the dragon is dead and are expecting rich gifts.
- The dwarves are uncomfortable with the songs about the dragon’s demise but enjoy the comfort and hospitality of Lake-town.
Bilbo's Journey
- Bilbo is not feeling cheerful, he remembers the dragon and feels ill.
- Bilbo's journey to the dragon’s lair is likened to a battle he fights alone, before facing the true danger.
- Bilbo comes to the end of a tunnel and encounters a vast dungeon hall.
- Smaug, the dragon, is present in the hall and claims to be strong and invincible.
Elves in the Wide World
- Elves lived in the Wide World before some went to the Light, Deep, and Sea worlds
- Elves in the Wide World are Wood-elves
- Wood-elves prefer the stars and dwell in deep forests
- Wood-elves used to wander freely but prefer the gloaming and dusk now
- They are considered Good People
Bilbo Baggins's Journey
- Bilbo feels miserable during his journey with the dwarves
- He wants to be at home and longs for help, but it is impossible
- Bilbo realizes he is the only one who can help the dwarves
- He is admired by Thorin for rescuing the dwarves from spiders
- He is trusted by the dwarves to get them out of their predicament
The Dwarves' Hope
- Thorin wants to regain his treasure but wishes for a way to escape the elves' ransom without needing to offer them a share
- The dwarves believe their share of the treasure will be reduced if the Wood-elves claim part of it
- They rely on Bilbo's cunning to avoid this
- The dwarves agree with Gandalf's opinion that the Wood-elves will come for a share of the treasure
Lake-town
- Lake-town is a busy town of men, not elves
- It is built on the surface of a lake, protected by a rock formation
- The men in Lake-town remember old songs of the dwarves
- They sing of the Dragon and the kings Thorin and Thrain
- They confidently believe that the Dragon will die soon and riches will arrive
The Dwarves' Recovery
- The dwarves recover in Lake-town quickly
- They are well cared for and regain their strength
- Their confidence grows and they are happy
- Their positive treatment of Bilbo grows stronger each day
- They are oblivious to the danger posed by Smaug
Bilbo's Turning Point
- Bilbo's bravest act is to venture into the tunnel alone
- He is facing the unknown danger of the dragon
- Entering the tunnel marks a major turning point in the story
Smaug's Threat
- Smaug resides in the Mountain's deepest cellar
- He is powerful and old, ruling with fear
- He boasts of his strength and past conquests
- He threatens the hobbit, calling him a thief
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