Prologue and Chapter 1

Question 0

Describe Hobbits

Answer 0

they are said to be fat and short. they walk barefoot. they like to dress in bright colors because it describes their personality. they dont call much attention today, but there were alot in ancient history. They are quick and very skillful with tools. they like peace and quiet.

Question 1

What is the name of bilbos story of his journey into the east

Answer 1

the Hobbit

Question 2

what special skill do hobbits have

Answer 2

special skill to disappear silently, but it is not magic. they are skillful with tools

Question 3

are dwarves taller or shorter than hobbits

Answer 3

taller

Question 4

who are hobbits related to

Answer 4

men

Question 5

what language do hobbits speak

Answer 5

language of Men

and they make up some of their own words-(common speech)

Question 6

why is it ironic that bilbo states frodo as his heir

Answer 6

he was his heir in more ways than one.. they were also cousins

Question 7

what habit do hobbits have. describe

Answer 7

they have the habit to inhale the smoke of a burnin gherb. they smoke pipe weed. its called nicotiana

Question 8

how many years have passed since bilbos adventure

Answer 8

60 years

Question 9

where did much of bilbos considerable wealth come from

Answer 9

it came from the treasure that he brought back from his journey into the east . (the Ring)

Question 10

where does bilbo keep the ring

Answer 10

secured by a chain in his pocket

Question 11

bilbos age when the story begins

Answer 11

111 years

Question 12

frodos age when the story begins

Answer 12

33 years

Question 13

name of bilbos home

Answer 13

Bag End

Question 14

name of bilbo´s village

Answer 14

Hobbiton

Question 15

what word describes Bilbos lack of changed

Answer 15

unchanged

Question 16

what did Old Ham Gamgee “The Gaffer” do for Bilbo? whats his sons name and what does he do?

Answer 16

The Gaffer tended the garden at Bag End, his son, Sam Gamgee, carried on his father’s job

Question 17

Describe Gandalf.

Answer 17

Gandalf was an old magician, who was known to be very skillful with fireworks, light, and smoke. He always knows everything. he seems slightly suspicious. He was famous for the cool tricks he did. He often left Bag End without telling anyone, and comes back at random

Question 18

what did Bilbo tell Gandalf he needs

Answer 18

a holiday

Question 19

where did bilbo place the Ring before Gandalf reached Bag End? Where did he intend to place it?

Answer 19

he placed it in an envelope addressed to Frodo in his pocket. he meant to place the envelope with the Ring on the mantelpiece.

Question 20

what does bilbo mean by, I Feel all thin, sort of strected, like butter that has been scraped over too much bread?

Answer 20

he feels worn out and is starting to feel old on the inside but he still looks preserved . he was beginning to age in his skin.

Question 21

what two things does Bilbo say he wants to do

Answer 21

he wants to explore the wild country and the Misty Mtns. before he dies

Question 22

how did bilbo say he came in possession of the Ring

Answer 22

he said Gollum told him to take it or he would kill him. he found the ring.

Question 23

why doesnt Gandalf want bilbo to give him the Ring? Why does he tell him to place it on the mantelpiece?

Answer 23

he thinks the Ring wouldnt be as safe with him. he says to place it on the mantelpiece so he would wait for Frodo with the Ring there

Question 24

what warning does Gandalf give Frodo about the Ring

Answer 24

he tells him not to use it. to keep it secret and safe