The Hobbit Flashcards
Chap 1-1 What is learned about Bilbo Baggins’ character when the dwarves enter his home?
Hospitable
He doesn’t like surprises
Chapter One _____
An unexpected party.
- Dwarves comes to Bilbo’s hobbit hole -
Chapter Two _____ ?
Roast Muffin
- The trills turn to stone -
Chapter Three _____ ?
A Short Rest
- The dwarves stay with elves for 14 days -
Chapter Four _____ ?
Over hill & Under hill
- The dwarves are captured by goblins -
Chapter 4-1 why does Bilbo follow the dwarves commands?
Because he is intimidated
Chapter 4-2 Which newly introduced trait of Bilbo’s is a great advantage to a burglar?
He is quiet
Chapter 4-3 What behavior of trolls causes their downfall?
Arguing
Chapter 4-4 what special qualities does Gandalf possess which enable him to rescue his friends?
He threw his voice
Chapter 4-5 What impression of Bilbo do you form when he finds William’s keys?
Curious
Unsure of himself
Chapter 4-6 What important clue does Elrond find & what particular knowledge does he use to find it?
Rune letters
He’s so old he understands the old dwarfish language
Chapter Five _____ ?
Riddles in the Dark
- Finds Ring -
Chapter Six _____ ?
Out of the Fry Pan into the Fire
- Eagles Rescue from Trees -
Chapter Seven _____ ?
Queer Lodgings
- Beorn helps the dwarfs -
Chapter 7-1 What kind of occasions make Bilbo think about being home?
When he’s miserable
Chapter 7-2 Why does Gandalf feel a stronger allegiance towards Bilbo than the dwarves do?
He choose him
Chapter 7-3 Why doesn’t Bilbo tell the dwarves about the magic ring?
Because he’s mad at them he wants to save it for later
Chapter 7-4 What causes Gandalf to decide that it is time to leave the quest?
It’s not his adventure
He has business elsewhere
Chapter 7-5 Beorn is described as a “skin-changer”. What does that mean? What adjectives best describe him?
Changes from bear to man
Forceful, arrogant, faithful to friends
Chapter 7-6 Why is Beorn willing to help Gandalf & the others?
Because he believes them
Chapter 7-7 Compare the entrance of the dwarves into Beorn’s home with their entrance into Bilbo’s home in Chapter 1?
Two by two’s
Chapter 7-9 Why is Chapter 5 considered the turning point of the novel?
Because Bilbo finds the ring
Chapter Eight _____ ?
Flies & Spiders
- Bilbo uses sting to release the dwarves -
Chapter Nine _____ ?
Barrels out of Band
- Dwarves in Elvenking’s prison -
Chapter Ten _____ ?
A Warm Welcome
- Dwarves & Bilbo arrive in Lake Town -
Chapters 10-1 What special qualities do Bilbo & Thorin possess that cause them to emerge as leaders of the group?
Bilbo’s a careful thinker
Thorin’s organized & able to delegate
Chapter 10-3 What advice given by Beorn & Gandalf do the Hobbit & dwarves neglect to follow?
To stay on path
Chapter 10-4 What role does luck play in the rescue of the dwarves?
From the Elvenking the guard was drunk
They didn’t check barrels
Chapter 10- 5 How does Bilbo’s self-concept change in the forest?
What experiences caused the changes?
Bilbo becomes confident because he kills the spider without any help
Chapter 10-7 why doesn’t Thorin want the Elvenking to know about his quest?
Because he doesn’t want to share the treasure
Chapter 10-10 what news does Gandalf receive that makes him decide to rejoin Bilbo?
That the road through the forest is very unsafe
Chapter 10- 11 what are the attitudes of the inhabitants of Lake Town toward Thorin’s mission?
Most respect him
Chapter 10-13 what help does the Master give to Thorin & his group? Why he is so helpful?
Ponies, boats, food
He wants to get rid of the dwarves because they are causing distractions in the town
Chapter Eleven _____ ?
On the Doorstep
- Bilbo uses thinking to solve ? problem -
Chapter Twelve _____ ?
Inside Information
- First time in dragon’s lair -
Chapter Thirteen _____ ?
Not at Home
- dwarves &. Bilbo investigates treasure
Chapter 13-1. What happens to permit Thorin to fit the key into the hole?
Sun, moon & thrush
thrush knows last light of Durin’s day shows the key hole
Chapter 13-2 How do the dwarves let Bilbo down?
By not going with him into the dragon’s liar
Chapter 13-3 What is meant by “the desire of dwarves”?
Gold Fever
Chapter 13-4 what is one useful thing that Bilbo learns as a result of his second encounter with the dragon?
His weak spot
Chapter 13-5 Why does Bilbo take the Arkenstone? What are his feelings when he takes it?
Curious , wants his portion, mad at dwarves
Both excitement & guilt
Chapter 13-6 In spite of the dragon’s reaction to Bilbo taking the cup, why do the dwarves take so much treasure from his liar?
They believe they own all
Chapter 13- 7 why do the dwarves & Bilbo leave the palace? How do Balin & Thorin know how to escape?
They don’t know where the dragon is
They once lived in the mountains
Chapter Fourteen _____ ?
Fire & Water
- Smog destroys Lake Town -
Chapter Fifteen _____ ?
The Gathering of Clouds
- The armies of Bard & elves gather against Thorin -
Chapter Sixteen _____ ?
A Thief in the Night
- Bilbo gives Arkenstone to Bard -
Chapter 16-1 what does the dragon leave the palace & attack Esgarath?
He thinks the men are helping the dwarves
Chapter 16 -2 Bard shows his skill & intelligence by n strutting the villagers to cut the bridges & by slaying the dragon. What part does lineage play in his success?
He can understand the Thrush - Black Arrow
Chapter 16-4 what are the differences between Master & Bard?
Who killed Smaug?
Words & actions
Bard
Chapter 16-5 State on reason why the Elvenking decides to leave home & travel to Esgarath?
Dragon is dead & treasure is unguarded
Chapter 16-6 why is Bilbo willing to end his quest with the killing of Smaug while Thorin is not?
Bilbo wants to go home
Chapter 16-7 what was the advice given to Thorin by Roac, son of Carc?
Trust Bard
Chapter 16-8 what does Bombur mean when he says that Thorin is a dwarf with a stiff neck?
Stubborn
Chapter 16-9 What about the elves justifies Bilbo’s faith in them?
He has always liked elves
Chapter Seventeen _____ ?
The Clouds Burst
- Thorin dies , Battle of 5 Armies
Chapter Eighteen_____ ?
The Return Journey
- Beorn, Elvenking, Bilbo, Gandolf leave the mountain
Chapter Nineteen _____ ?
The Last Stage
- Bilbo realizes he has lost. His reputation as a respectable hobbit
Chapter 19-1 what does Thorin promise in exchange for the Arkenstone?
1/4 of the treasure
Chapter 19-3 what greater value makes Elvenking set aside his anger at Thorin & say that he will not begin a war for gold?
He values life
Chapter 19-4 why does Dain agree to join with Bard & the Elvenking when Gandalf says it time for council?
Goblins
Chapter 19-5 Describe the Goblins behaviors toward their own during the onslaught?
They don’t care about each other
Chapter 19-6 Why does Bilbo stand on Ravenhill with the elves at the end of the battle?
Safety
Chapter 19-7 In what spirit does Dain give his gifts?
Generously
Chapter 19-8 What reputation does Bilbo lose?
Within his home
Chapter 19-9 explain the meaning of the last sentence in the book?
Insignificant people are important
14 characters
1 Bilbo a hobbit 2 Gandalf drives out Necromancer 3 Bard kills the dragon 4 Smaug a dragon 5 Bombur falls in river / falls asleep 6 Fili & Kili - Thorin's nephews who are killed in battle 7 Bolg - head goblin in the Battle of 5 Armies 8 Beorn - a skin-changer 9 Elrond -interprets maps 10 Ocrist - Thorin's sword 11 Thorin - buried with Arkenstone - head dwarf 12 Gollum - creature who loses a ring 13 Belladonna Took - Bilbo's mother 14 Wargs - wolves
