Questions and Answers
What did Bilbo find in the morning?
A note from the dwarves saying they left and to meet them.
What were the terms of Bilbo's contract with the dwarves?
1/14 share of profits.
From where did the company plan to leave and at what time?
The Dragon Inn, 11 a.m.
Who disappeared from the journey as the going got worse?
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What happened which caused them to lose most of their food?
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What creatures were roasting mutton at a huge fire? Describe these creatures.
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What did Bilbo tell the trolls he was?
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What happened to the dwarves? How did Gandalf save the dwarves?
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What did they do with the pots of coins?
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Where had Gandalf disappeared to?
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Study Notes
Bilbo's Morning Discovery
- Bilbo found a note from the dwarves indicating they had left and instructing him to join them.
Bilbo's Contract
- The agreement with the dwarves specified Bilbo would receive 1/14 of the profits from their adventure.
Departure Details
- The company intended to leave from the Dragon Inn at 11 a.m.
Gandalf's Departure
- Gandalf mysteriously vanished from the group as their journey became more challenging.
Food Loss Incident
- Most of their food supplies were lost when the ponies, frightened, bolted into a river.
Encounter with Trolls
- Trolls were found roasting mutton by a large fire; they were described as dumb, big, and ugly.
Bilbo's Disguise
- When confronting the trolls, Bilbo introduced himself as "Bur-Hobbit," claiming to be a cook.
Dwarves' Capture and Rescue
- The dwarves were captured and placed in bags by the trolls; Gandalf saved them by cleverly opening the bags.
Treasure Handling
- The group decided to bury the pots of coins they found, rather than take them.
Gandalf's Whereabouts
- At one point, Gandalf had disappeared to attend a meeting, leaving the group temporarily.
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Test your knowledge of Chapter 2 of 'The Hobbit' with these flashcards. Explore key events and characters, including Bilbo's contract and the company's plan. Perfect for fans looking to reinforce their understanding of this classic tale.
