Questions and Answers
Why did the travelers go into the cave?
Because there was a thunder battle and the stone giants were throwing rocks at each other
List several characteristics of the goblins.
They were big, ugly, quick, saw in the dark, heard well, wicked, mean and cruel
How did the travelers escape from the Goblins' cavern?
Gandalf saved them by turning off all the lights and stabbed the Great Goblin with Foe-hammer, then they ran
What were Biter and Beater?
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What happened to Dori and Bilbo?
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Study Notes
Travel into the Cave
- The travelers sought shelter in the cave due to a thunderstorm initiated by stone giants engaged in rock-throwing battles.
Characteristics of Goblins
- Goblins are described as:
- Large and ugly
- Agile and quick
- Possessing excellent night vision and acute hearing
- Notorious for being wicked, mean, and cruel.
Escape from the Goblins' Cavern
- Gandalf played a crucial role in their escape:
- Extinguished all lights in the cavern
- Defeated the Great Goblin with his sword, Foe-hammer
- This created an opportunity for the travelers to flee.
Biter and Beater
- "Biter" and "Beater" are the names given by goblins to the swords of Gandalf and Thorin, reflecting their dangerous reputations.
Capture of Dori and Bilbo
- Dori and Bilbo were separated from the group when they were seized from behind by goblins, leading to their loss from the main party.
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Test your knowledge on Chapter 4 of 'The Hobbit' through these flashcards. Learn about the travelers' adventures in the cave, the characteristics of goblins, and their escape. Perfect for fans of J.R.R. Tolkien's classic tale.
