questions in complete sentences; additionally, list the page number(s) on which you found each

answer. Make sure you keep the questions numbered as they are now. Some questions may take
multiple sentences to fully answer. Make sure that you demonstrate that you understand the book
and the theme of each question.

Chapter Nine-- Barrels Out of Bond

1. Where did the Wood-elves take their captives?

They would take them to the king like they did Thorin. Pg 42

2. How did the dwarves react to their interrogation by the Elvenking?

The reacted in a mad way they were mad and rude and answered the question and rudely.
Pg 43

3. What does the Elvenking order his men to do?

He ordered the dwarves to each to be put in a separate cell and to give them food and
drinks. Pg 43

4. How did Bilbo learn that Thorin was being kept captive in the dungeon?

He found out where all the dwarves were when he overheard the guards talking then he
heard that there was another dwarf which was Thorin in a deep dark place. Pg 43

5. Who played a key role in the escape of the dwarves from prison? Got information from
pages 43,44,45 and any other pages that shown that he played the main role in this escape

Bilbo because he was the only one that was free and didn’t get put in a cell like the others. Got
information from page

6. Briefly describe their final departure from the palace.  

When they went in the barrels and was sliding down the cold water. Pg 45

Chapter Ten-- A Warm Welcome

Describe the scene as Bilbo approaches the region where the trees ended.

7. Describe the strange town at the mouth of the Forest.

The strange town is called Lake-town, and the town was a town of men who thought that
one day Thiror and Thrain would come back. The mouth of the forest was the town it said
on page 47 “The mouth of the forest was a strange town”. Pg 47
 8. What strange creatures inhabited the town?

It’s a town of men it said on page 47 “Not a town of elves but of men” so I think that
means it’s a town of men. Pg 47

9. Why did the guards at Lake-town not keep a very careful watch?

Because it’s been so long since there was any need for them to even were about people
coming after them. Pg 48

10. Why were the raft-men elves so astonished at the appearance of the dwarves?

Because Thorin said “Thorin son of Thrain son of Thror king under the mountain!”. Pg
48

11. Why does the Master relinquish his own great chair to Thorin despite the fact that he is
not completely convinced that the dwarf is who he claims to be?

Because in the book it said the master saw there was nothing else for it to obey the
mineral clamour and he was to pretend to believe it was really him. Pg 49

12. How appropriate is the title of this chapter?

The title we appropriate because when he come back after years everyone was nice, he
got special treatment the got help from the doctors and overall, they got a warm welcome
back. Got the information from page 49

13. How did the Master respond to the news of the dwarves' plans to slay the dragon, Smaug,
and capture his treasure.

Ne said that the dwarves were too expensive and to let them go and bother Smaug and
see how that goes, and the master also figured out that he was really who he said he is
and, know that he should not underestimate a dwarf when it comes to getting revenge.

14. Who was the only person thoroughly unhappy the day of the departure?

Bilbo and I think he was still sick. Pg 49

Chapter Eleven-- On the Doorstep

15. Why did the men of the town refuse to stay overnight where the dwarves disembarked?
 It’s because they were near the shadow of the mountain or it’s because their waiting for
the songs to come true, I think they don’t want to stay overnight until the songs come
true. Pg 50

16. Describe their surroundings as the adventurers moved nearer to the Mountain.

This what the book said “the valley of Dale, turned from the Mountain on its road
to the Lake, flowing swift and noisily. Its bank was bare and rocky, tall and
steep above the stream; and gazing out from it over the narrow water, foaming
and splashing among many boulders, they could see in the wide valley
shadowed by the Mountain’s arms the grey ruins of ancient houses, towers, and
walls.” Pg 50

17. Which dwarf informs Bilbo that he was in the Dale the day the Dragon attacked?

It was Balin that told bilbo that and he also explain what it used to look like.

18. What did Bilbo and his companions see on their scouting expedition?

They found smoke the first time they went the second time they went to take a look they found a
pillar, rough steps, and traces of a narrow track and they found what they think is the door that
they are or were looking for. Pg 51

19. Explain how Bilbo begins to take a leadership role in their quest.

By investigating more and looking over the moon map and looking harder and Hader for
the door and other things that is not coming to mid right now.pg 51

20. How does Bilbo finally unlock the riddle and the secret door?

They used Thorin’s key and unlocked the door. Pg 52

Chapter Twelve-- Inside Information

21. How did the dwarves respond when Bilbo asked for volunteers to accompany him into
the Mountain?

Fili and Kili stood uncomfortable, and the others didn’t even pretense of offering-except
old Balin.pg 52

22. What took away Bilbo's breath?

Seeing the dragon all gold swords axes helms.pg 53

23. Describe the dragon.

 It was red-golden long tail Smaug wings were folded like an immeasurable bat and a long
pale belly. Pg 53

24. What did Bilbo carry back to the dwarves?

He carried back a cup. Pg 53

25. How do we know that Smaug kept close tabs on his treasure?

Why Thorin said nothing can get passed Smaug once he sees it.pg 53

26. What analogy does the author use when describing the dragon's rage?

The author used thieves fire murder and rage. Pg 53

27. What indication is there that Bilbo is turning into a real leader?

When Bilbo went down in the cave by himself and got a cup from the dragon without
dyeing. Pg 53

28. What can no dragon resist?

It said on pg. 55 “N dragon can resist the fascination of riddling talk”. Pg 55

29. What was Bilbo pleased to see when he tricked the dragon into displaying his underside?

That the dragon’s breast was as bear as a snail out of it shell. Pg 56

30. Why does Bilbo regret his comment about the Barrel-rider to Smaug?

Because he fears that Smaug would think about the lake-men of already have and he’s
scared that Smaug’s next move would be in that direction. Pg 56

31. Why does Bilbo throw a stone at the thrush?

Because he thought/think that the thrush is listening and didn’t like the look of him. Pg
56

32. How did the band of adventurers become trapped in the Mountain?

They got trapped in the mountain because Thorin kicked away the stone that wedged the
door and there was no trace of the keyhole.pg 57

Chapter Thirteen-- Not at Home

33. Explain the significance of the title of this chapter.

 34. Why do the dwarves finally relent and make their way down the dark tunnel to Smaug's
lair?
35. What does Bilbo confiscate from the mound of treasure?
36. How does Tolkien use the treasure to portray the dwarves in a negative light?
37. What does Thorin offer Baggins as a reward for his assistance?
38. In addition to the gems and gold, what else did the dwarves confiscate?
39. Why did Thorin offer to lead the group of adventurers to the Front Gate?

Chapter Fourteen-- Fire and Water

40. How do the townspeople taking a stroll on the quays, interpret the flickering light at the
northern end of the lake?
41. Conduct your own research to discover what a bard was.
42. How do the townspeople react to the initial warnings from the Bard?
43. How does the Bard save the day?
44. What important role does the thrush play in the demise of the dragon?
45. Why does the Master grind his chattering teeth?
46. How does the Master redirect the crowds anger?
47. What did the Elvenking think had happened to Thorin and the dwarves when he received
news of Smaug's death?
48. Who came to the Bard's assistance thus enabling the townspeople to survive the
approaching winter?  

Chapter Fifteen-- The Gathering of the Clouds

49. Why would the presence of carrion birds suggest that a battle is imminent?
50. Who is Roac?
51. What news does Roac bring to the dwarves?
52. What course of action did Thorin choose after hearing the news?
53. How does the Bard justify his claim and also that of his men to Smaug's treasure?
54. What conditions did Thorin insist on before he would negotiate any terms of settlement
with the Bard?

Chapter Sixteen-- A Thief in the Night

 55. What does Thorin vow to do to anyone who withholds the Arkenstone?
56. Who was the "thief in the night"?
57. How was Bilbo able to escape?
58. Why did Bilbo give the Arkenstone to the Bard?
59. Who delights Bilbo with his presence just as the hobbit is preparing to depart the camp
for his return to the Mountain?

Chapter Seventeen-- The Clouds Burst

60. How does Bilbo defend himself against Thorin's accusation that he has stolen the
Arkenstone?
61. Why were Dain's people refused entry to the Mountain?
62. Why did the dwarf attack against the Bard and the Elvenking end as quickly as it had
begun?
63. What role does the hobbit play in this fierce battle?
64. What is the "gleam in the gloom" and how does it turn the tide of the battle?
65. What happens to Bilbo at the end of this chapter?

Chapter Eighteen-- The Return Journey

66. Who has sent a man in search of Bilbo?

67. Who has been mortally wounded?
68. What protagonist from earlier in the story reappears to do battle with the forces of evil?
69. Describe Thorin's final resting place.
70. How do we know that Bilbo was well guided and well guarded on his way home?

Chapter Nineteen-- The Last Stage

71. Explain why Gandalf had to leave the party of adventurers near Mirkwood?
72. What did Gandalf and Bilbo do with the troll's gold?
73. Explain the commotion that Bilbo discovers as he arrives at his home.
74. Gandalf tells Bilbo he is not the hobbit he once used to be.  Do you agree or
disagree?  Defend your response.
75. How does Bilbo Baggins still make use of his magic ring?