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List 6 characteristics of hobbits.
half of human height, shorter than dwarf, no beard, leathery feet, hairy feet, eat a lot.
What is the setting of the story?
Middle-Earth, long ago.
Who is Bilbo Baggins?
protagonist, hired as burglar for adventure, hobbit.
Who is Belladonna Took?
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Who is Bungo Baggins?
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Who is Gandalf?
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Who is Dwalin?
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Who is Balin?
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Who are Kili & Fili?
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What about the Tooks was unusual?
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Why did Gandalf visit Bilbo Baggins?
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Who was Bilbo expecting for tea?
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What about his uninvited guests irked Bilbo?
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What effect did the dwarves' singing have on Bilbo?
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What is Gloin's opinion of Bilbo Baggins?
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What did Gandalf show the dwarves that belonged to Thorin's grandfather?
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What was Dale?
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Who is Smaug?
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What story did Thorin tell Bilbo?
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Who gave Gandalf the map and key?
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Who killed Thorin's grandfather Thror?
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Why did Bilbo leave his Hill in such a hurry to go to the Green Dragon Inn?
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What had Bilbo forgotten to bring with him, and how was it remedied?
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When did Bilbo first wish that he were back home?
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Who are William, Bert, and Tom?
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What did William catch Bilbo doing?
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Who saved Bilbo, Thorin, and company from the trolls, and how?
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What did Gandalf, Thorin, and Bilbo take from the trolls' cave?
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What kind of creatures inhabited the valley of Rivendell and helped the travelers find the Last Homely House?
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Who is Elrond?
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What essential information does Elrond tell the group?
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What is Durin's Day?
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Why did the group go into the cave?
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What was Bilbo's dream in the cave?
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Bilbo and Thorin & Co. had a nasty surprise in the cave. What was it?
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Did the goblins get Gandalf?
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How would you characterize the goblins?
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What caused the Great Goblin to become enraged?
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How did the travelers escape from the Goblin's cavern?
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Study Notes
Characteristics of Hobbits
- Hobbits are typically half the height of humans, shorter than dwarves.
- They do not have beards, unlike dwarves.
- Hobbits have leathery and hairy feet which are well-suited for walking barefoot.
- They are known for their love of food and often eat large quantities.
Setting of The Hobbit
- The story takes place in Middle-Earth, an imagined world resembling a distant past.
Key Characters
- Bilbo Baggins is the main character, a hobbit who becomes a burglar for an adventure.
- Belladonna Took is Bilbo's mother, from a family known for their adventurous nature.
- Bungo Baggins, Bilbo's father, represents the typical lifestyle of a hobbit.
- Gandalf is a wise wizard, ancient or possibly immortal.
Dwarves in the Journey
- Dwalin is the first dwarf to visit Bilbo.
- Balin follows as the second dwarf.
- Kili and Fili are young dwarves arriving fourth and fifth.
- Additional dwarves include Dori, Nori, Ori, Oin, Gloin, Bifur, and Bofur.
- Bombur is noted as the fat dwarf, while Thorin serves as the leader of the group.
Tooks' Characteristics
- The Tooks are known for being unconventional, adventurous hobbits.
Bilbo's Involvement
- Gandalf seeks Bilbo’s assistance for a quest.
- Bilbo expects Gandalf for tea but is surprised by uninvited dwarves who consume his food.
Impact of Dwarves' Music
- The dwarves' singing reignites Bilbo's adventurous spirit, revealing his Tookish side.
Opinions and Relationships
- Gloin considers Bilbo a coward and an unsuitable addition to their company.
- Gandalf reveals a map and key that belonged to Thorin's grandfather, crucial for their quest.
Location and Events
- Dale is a village located at the foot of the Lonely Mountain, previously controlled by the dragon Smaug.
- Thorin narrates the story of Smaug's invasion of the Lonely Mountain.
- Thorin’s father provided Gandalf with the map and key, tangled in dwarvish history.
- Thror, Thorin's grandfather, was killed by orcs in the Mines of Moria.
Bilbo's Journey
- Bilbo rushes to the Green Dragon Inn to avoid being late for an important meeting.
- He forgets essential items, but Gandalf helps him by bringing them along.
Encounters with Trolls
- Bilbo is caught by William, a troll, while attempting to pick his pocket.
- Gandalf intervenes by creating chaos among the trolls until dawn, allowing the group to escape.
- From the trolls’ cave, they acquire Elvish swords and treasures.
Rivendell and the Elves
- In Rivendell, elves help the travelers and are perceived as clever tricksters by them.
- Elrond, the elf leader, provides critical information on finding and opening a secret door.
Special Days and Adventures
- Durin's Day marks the last day of fall, significant for their quest.
- The group seeks refuge in a cave from a storm, leading to an unexpected attack by goblins.
Goblin Encounters
- Goblins are characterized as mischievous and malicious.
- The Great Goblin becomes furious upon seeing Orcrist, known to goblins as Biter.
- The travelers manage to escape through Gandalf’s clever tactics, extinguishing fires and creating panic.
Summary of Events
- Bilbo has a dream of a great crack in the cave wall before they are attacked.
- The group is captured by goblins but does not include Gandalf, who cleverly avoids capture.
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Test your knowledge of the first seven chapters of J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Hobbit.' This quiz includes characteristics of hobbits, key characters, and the story's setting. Perfect for literature enthusiasts looking to recall important details from the novel.