The Hobbit, Chapter 11

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What city do Bilbo and the Dwarves find the ruins of in Chapter 11?

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Dale

Front

What are some of the only living things seen in the Desolation?

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Birds

Front

What creatures are found all around the entrance to the mountain?

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Snails

Front

What significant structure do Bilbo and the Dwarves find in this chapter?

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The door

Front

What term describes the area that Bilbo and the Company reach after much journeying?

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Desolation of the Dragon

Front

What is the significance of the city of Dale in the context of the story?

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Dale was a prosperous city before Smaug's attack and represents lost hope and the desire for restoration.

Front

How does the environment of the Desolation affect the characters' journey?

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The Desolation is barren and lifeless, creating a sense of despair and highlighting the impact of Smaug's destruction.

Front

What role do birds play in the narrative of Chapter 11?

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Birds symbolize a glimmer of life and hope amidst the desolation.

Front

What does the door symbolize in the context of the story?

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The door represents a threshold to new adventures and the challenges that lie ahead.

Front

How does the chapter illustrate the theme of journey and discovery?

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The chapter emphasizes the physical and emotional journey of Bilbo and the Dwarves as they confront their fears and the remnants of a once-thriving world.