Questions and Answers
What did Pippin find unusual about the 'attack' of the Orcs?
They did not try to kill them, only capture them.
Why was there a conflict arising amongst the Orcs?
There were three different tribes that spoke in different orc-speeches and they were in disagreement as to which direction to take and what to do with the prisoners.
What were the Orcs' orders?
Kill all but the Halflings, who were to be brought back alive and as quickly as possible.
Who was the leader of the Orcs?
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What happened that allowed Pippin to have an opportunity not to be 'watched' by the Orcs?
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How was Pippin able to get his hands loose?
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What did Pippin do after he got his hands loose?
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What did the Orc scouts report?
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Why did this report alarm Ugluk and what did he say the scouts should have done?
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Why did Ugluk cut the cords binding Pippin and Merry's legs?
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What made the pain in Pippin's legs and ankles vanish?
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What left a permanent brown scar on Merry's forehead?
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What did Pippin do after he 'broke away' from the Orcs?
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Who did Ugluk ask Grishnahk if he had brought with him?
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Who did Grishnahk say was 'being saved' for the war?
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What did the human riders do as they got closer to the Orcs?
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What was initially done with the Hobbits as the battle between the horsemen and the Orcs began?
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What did Pippin remember that he might still have on him that would give them the energy they needed to escape?
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Why did Ugluk think the Riders were not attacking?
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What did the horsemen do as they waited?
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Why did Pippin think that Grishnahk was 'feeling' them?
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What happened when Grishnahk went to kill the Hobbits?
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What did Merry and Pippin suddenly realize as they listened to the sounds of the battle in the distance?
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What caused the Hobbits to flee into the forest?
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What was the name of the forest into which the Hobbits ran?
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What suddenly seemed to pierce through the forest room?
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What seemed to be in the stone wall they found at the source of the sunlight?
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What happened after Pippin said that in the sunlight he was almost starting to like the forest?
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What produced the voice?
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Who and what was the creature?
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Who did Treebeard know that the Hobbits also knew?
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What did Treebeard think was the reason that Celeborn warned the Hobbits of Fangorn forest?
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Study Notes
Orc Captivity and Conflicts
- The Orcs captured Pippin and Merry instead of killing them, indicating a strategic intent.
- A conflict among the Orc tribes emerged due to differing languages and opinions on leadership and direction.
Orders and Leadership
- Ugluk, the Orc leader, commanded to kill all except for the Halflings, who were to be taken alive quickly.
Opportunities for Escape
- Pippin gained a moment of freedom when a Goblin guarding them was killed during an Orc conflict.
- He used a knife from the slain Goblin to free his hands but pretended to remain tied to avoid suspicion.
Orc Intelligence Reports
- Scouts reported a lone horseman heading west, alarming Ugluk who feared reinforcements.
- Ugluk ordered the bindings on Pippin and Merry's legs to be cut, forcing them to run with the Orcs.
Physical Conditions and Scars
- Pippin's pain vanished after consuming a hot liquid given by the Orcs.
- Merry sustained a gash on his forehead, treated with a permanent brown scar from Orcish medicine.
Subtle Actions and Clues
- Pippin intentionally left footprints and dropped his cloak brooch as clues for Strider.
- He recalled having Lembas, elvish bread, which could provide energy for their escape.
Battle Dynamics
- As the human riders approached, they began firing arrows at the Orcs, initially guarding the Hobbits.
- Ugluk speculated that the Riders were delaying their attack until daylight.
The Escape
- Pippin sensed that Grishnahk, an Orc, was interested in the Ring, leading to tension.
- When Grishnahk attempted to kill the Hobbits, he was struck by an arrow and subsequently killed.
Realization and Flight
- Merry and Pippin realized that they were free to escape as they heard the battle sounds become distant.
- They fled into Fangorn Forest to evade pursuing Orcs.
The Forest Encounter
- In the forest, shafts of sunlight illuminated the area, revealing a stone wall and stairs.
- Pippin's comment about beginning to like the forest provoked a response from a mysterious voice.
Meeting Treebeard
- A large tree-like creature, known as Treebeard or an Ent, responded to the Hobbits.
- Treebeard recognized Gandalf, indicating a connection between them and the wizard.
Warnings About Fangorn
- Treebeard suspected Celeborn’s warning to the Hobbits about Fangorn Forest was due to the presence of menacing trees.
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Test your knowledge on chapters 3 and 4 of 'The Two Towers' from 'The Lord of the Rings'. This quiz covers key events and character motivations, focusing on the Orcs and their interactions. Ideal for fans and students of Tolkien's work!