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Why is Bilbo an unusual hobbit?
Why is Bilbo an unusual hobbit?
Well preserved and very wealthy
Who is Frodo?
Who is Frodo?
Bilbo's younger cousin who Bilbo adopted
Who is Sam Gamgee?
Who is Sam Gamgee?
One of Bilbo's gardeners
How might hobbits describe Gandalf?
How might hobbits describe Gandalf?
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What 'Three Purposes' does Bilbo gather his friends and relatives for?
What 'Three Purposes' does Bilbo gather his friends and relatives for?
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What does Bilbo feel when Gandalf tells him that he has had the ring for long enough?
What does Bilbo feel when Gandalf tells him that he has had the ring for long enough?
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What warning does Gandalf give Frodo about the ring?
What warning does Gandalf give Frodo about the ring?
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Who are Smeagol and Deagol?
Who are Smeagol and Deagol?
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What does Gandalf predict will happen to Frodo or anyone who uses the ring?
What does Gandalf predict will happen to Frodo or anyone who uses the ring?
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Why does Gandalf suspect that the Ring has power over Bilbo?
Why does Gandalf suspect that the Ring has power over Bilbo?
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How does Gandalf prove that Frodo's ring is powerful?
How does Gandalf prove that Frodo's ring is powerful?
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How did Sauron lose the Master-ring?
How did Sauron lose the Master-ring?
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Who is Aragorn?
Who is Aragorn?
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How does Gollum help the Dark Lord?
How does Gollum help the Dark Lord?
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Who do Elves let Gollum love after many evil deeds?
Who do Elves let Gollum love after many evil deeds?
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Why does Gandalf warn Frodo about throwing the Ring away?
Why does Gandalf warn Frodo about throwing the Ring away?
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What is the one way to destroy the ring?
What is the one way to destroy the ring?
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Why does Gandalf refuse to take the ring?
Why does Gandalf refuse to take the ring?
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What does Gandalf do when he discovers Sam eavesdropping?
What does Gandalf do when he discovers Sam eavesdropping?
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When Frodo doesn't want others to know where he is going, where does he say he is going?
When Frodo doesn't want others to know where he is going, where does he say he is going?
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How is the alias Gandalf tells Frodo to use a pun?
How is the alias Gandalf tells Frodo to use a pun?
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What does the dark rider look like?
What does the dark rider look like?
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Who saves Frodo, Pippin, and Sam from the Dark Riders?
Who saves Frodo, Pippin, and Sam from the Dark Riders?
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Who is Pippin?
Who is Pippin?
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Study Notes
Bilbo Baggins
- Bilbo is an unusual hobbit, being well-preserved and extremely wealthy.
- He gathers friends and relatives for three purposes: to share his fondness, celebrate his birthday, and announce his departure.
Frodo Baggins
- Frodo is Bilbo’s younger cousin, whom Bilbo adopted, becoming his heir.
Sam Gamgee
- Sam is one of Bilbo's gardeners, later becoming Frodo's loyal companion.
Gandalf
- Hobbits might describe Gandalf as tall, old, magical, and skillful with fires and lights.
- Gandalf warns Frodo about the dangers of the ring, urging caution.
The One Ring
- Bilbo feels mad when Gandalf tells him he has kept the ring long enough due to his attachment to it.
- Gandalf suspects the ring has power over Bilbo when he lies about its acquisition.
- Gandalf demonstrates the ring's power by throwing it into the fire, revealing hidden writing.
Smeagol and Deagol
- Smeagol and Deagol were friends; Deagol found the ring, and Smeagol killed him for it. Smeagol later becomes Gollum.
Dark Lord and Corruption
- Gandalf predicts that anyone who uses the ring will become corrupt and overly attached to its powers.
- Gollum aids the Dark Lord by revealing that Bilbo possessed the ring.
Destruction of the Ring
- The only way to destroy the ring is to throw it into the volcano in Mordor, where it was forged.
- Gandalf refuses to take the ring, fearing that his powers, combined with the ring, could be catastrophic.
Eavesdropping and Adventures
- Gandalf reacts angrily upon discovering Sam eavesdropping but later invites him to join Frodo on his adventure.
- Frodo, not wanting others to know his destination, claims he is moving to his childhood home.
Punning Alias
- Gandalf advises Frodo to use "Mr. Underhill" as an alias, which is a pun since Frodo lives under a hill.
The Dark Rider
- The dark rider is characterized as tall, hunched, faceless, and riding a black horse.
Elves' Intervention
- Elves save Frodo, Pippin, and Sam from the Dark Riders by singing a song that drives them away.
Pippin
- Pippin is Sam's friend who accompanies him and Frodo on their journey.
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