CH. 1 of The Hobbit

Which description best characterizes a typical Baggins?

• They commonly embark on secret adventures.

• They tend to lack the respect of their peers.

• They are highly materialistic and selfish.

• They are plain folk who seek comfort in life’s simple pleasure.

• They once -- long ago -- were allies with the dragons.

Why doesn’t Bilbo recognize Gandalf at first?

• Gandalf disguised himself as a beggar.

• Gandalf, a "skin changer" disguised himself as an animal.

• Gandalf had not visited The Hill in a long time, it was almost impossible for Bilbo to have recognized him.

• Gandalf made himself invisible; Bilbo could only hear his voice.

• Gandalf had finally shaved his white beard.

What does Gandalf discuss with Bilbo, making Bilbo extremely uncomfortable?

• Adventures

• large parties (throngs)

• Elves

• a looming war

• Goblins

How does Bilbo end his conversation with Gandalf?

• By agreeing to help the Dwarves.

• By demanding that the topic of dragons never come up again.

• By offering to meet again for tea.

• By asking Gandalf to teach him magic.

• By inviting Gandalf to his birthday party.

How many Dwarves visited Bilbo's home?

• 10

• 11

• 12

• 13

What awoke "something Tookish" in Bilbo?

• A song about great mountains containing lost gold.

• A painting of great mountains that have lost gold.

• Gandalf tales of his travels to the great mountains containing lost gold.

• Gandalf's tales of Gollum, who haunts the great mountains with lost gold.

What makes the dwarves question whether Bilbo is fit for their journey?

• Panicked, Bilbo hides in his bedroom closet.

• Bilbo sobs uncontrollably, consumed by thoughts of his loved ones.

• Bilbo shrieks loudly, worried about the possibility of never returning.

• Bilbo refuses to host the dwarves any longer, insisting the dwarves tend to themselves.

• Bilbo tells Gandalf he has second thoughts -- a confession Thorin overhears.

What will Bilbo's role be in the adventure?

• warrior

• hero

• bullroarer

• rune reader

• burglar

Which description best fits the town of Dale before its destruction?

• It was a town of extreme poverty and wealth; little middle ground existed.

• It was ruled by a proud, friendly human race who engaged in trade with a struggling race of dwarves.

• It was a land of extreme famine, sickness, and misery; its destruction was intended as an act of mercy.

• It was thriving and full of wealth, luxury, and happiness.

• It was a working class hobbit town that struggled to sustain itself as the human population increased.

What does Gandalf give Thorin during the unexpected party?

• A flower with magical powers

• a coat made of warg fur

• a golden ring

• a key and a map

• a golden hiking stick