The Hobbit Chapters One-Three

True or false:

Gandalf knew Bilbo before the dwarves all met at his house.

• True

• False

The quality that Thorin most displays in chapter one is

• Kindness

• Arrogance

• Humility

• Strength

Which description best characterizes a typical Baggins?

• They are highly materialistic and selfish

• They commonly embark on secret adventures

• They tend to lack the respect of their peers

• They are plain folk who seek comfort in life's simple pleasures

Why doesn't Bilbo recognize Gandalf at first?

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

• Gandalf disguised himself as a beggar

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

• Gandalf made himself invisible; Biblo could only hear his voice

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

• Large parties

• Elves

• Adventures

• Goblins

The morning after the unexpected party...

• Thorin confesses he lied about his family's wealth

• Bilbo is surprised at how the dwarves' departure disappoints him

• Bilbo sees Smaug flying in the distance

• Gandalf begins to question whether Bilbo is fit for the journey

Why did the dwarves write Bilbo a letter?

• To apologize for the mess they made the night before

• To explain financial compensation for Bilbo's participation in the journey

• To tell Bilbo that they have no faith in his abilities

• To explain the truth about Thorin's family's treasure

Who goes missing soon after the adventurers depart?

• Dwalin

• Gandalf

• Bilbo

• Thorin

What catches the adventurers' attention (and ultimately leads them toward trouble)?

• The scary laughter of goblins

• Smaug hovering above them

• A shining red light

• A golden ring along the riverbank

Who are Bert, Tom, and William?

• Trolls

• Goblins

• Dragons

• Zombies