The Hobbit Chapter 7 Flashcards

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Who is Beorn?

Beorn is half man half bear who eventually helps the travelers on their way to the Lonely Mountain.

What does Beorn mostly eat?

Beorn mostly eats honey and bread.

When does Gandalf leave the travelers?

Gandalf leaves the travelers after they have left Mirkwood and are on their way to their last destination past Beorn's fence.

How does Beorn help the travelers?

<p>Beorn gives the travelers shelter and plenty of food. He also gives them some skins for water, and ponies for the travelers, and a horse for Gandalf as well.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do the dwarves come in pairs?

<p>The dwarves come in pairs to make sure not to startle Beorn, and also to make the story that Gandalf tells more interesting to hear because there are constant pauses every five minutes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Who is Beorn?

A character who is half man and half bear and aids the travelers.

What does Beorn eat?

Beorn primarily consumes honey and bread.

When does Gandalf leave?

Gandalf departs from the group after they exit Mirkwood, en route to their final destination, beyond Beorn's property.

How does Beorn help?

Beorn provides lodging, ample food, water skins, ponies, and a horse for Gandalf.

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Why come in pairs?

The dwarves arrive in pairs to avoid startling Beorn and to create pauses in Gandalf's engaging story.

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Study Notes

Beorn

Beorn is a mythical creature, described as half man, half bear. He provides assistance to the travelers on their journey to the Lonely Mountain.

Diet of Beorn

Beorn's diet primarily consists of honey and bread, indicating his preference for natural and nutritious foods.

Departure of Gandalf

Gandalf parts ways with the travelers after they leave Mirkwood, right as they approach the final destination beyond Beorn's boundary.

Assistance from Beorn

Beorn offers essential support to the travelers by providing shelter, ample food, water skins, ponies for the dwarves, and a horse for Gandalf.

Dwarves' Entry Strategy

Dwarves enter Beorn's home in pairs to avoid startling him and to enhance the storytelling experience, allowing for dramatized pauses in Gandalf's narrative.