Bilbo's Journey: A Study of Growth and Greed

How does Bilbo's opinion about going on adventures change in the story?

• At first, he is scared, but later he thinks it's a way to grow as a person.

• He never likes the adventure and wishes he stayed at home.

• He thinks adventures are only for getting rich and powerful.

• He thinks it's just to help the dwarves get their treasure back, not for himself.

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How does Bilbo show he has grown when he talks to Smaug?

• Bilbo is smart and brave, talking to the dragon without fighting.

• Bilbo is scared and runs away, causing trouble.

• Bilbo tries to fight but loses the treasure.

• Bilbo tricks the dragon by pretending to be a friend to take the treasure.

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Thorin's greed causes problems for him. What does this tell us about wanting too much money?

• It can make you not think clearly.

• It helps you make good choices.

• It makes people like you more.

• It doesn't change the story much.

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What does the title "the burglar" tell us about Bilbo and the story?

• It shows he is brave and smart.

• It means Bilbo is only good at stealing.

• It makes Bilbo seem sneaky.

• It shows Bilbo wants to get rich.

What do Thorin’s last words to Bilbo tell us about being a good leader?

• Being a good leader means saying sorry when you make mistakes.

• Good leaders should never show they are weak.

• Being a leader is about getting what you want, no matter what.

• Leaders should always put others first and forget about themselves.

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How does the book show a different kind of hero through Bilbo?

• Bilbo shows that being a hero is not about being strong or fighting, but about being smart, brave, and making good choices.

• Bilbo is a hero because he does strong things to show he is good.

• The book says being a hero is about doing what you are told and always listening to leaders.

• Bilbo is a hero by accident, and he only wins by luck, not by doing things himself.

How does Bilbo feel about going on an adventure?

• Scared

• Excited

• Doesn't care

• Really wants to go

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How does Bilbo change by the end of the story?

• He becomes more caring about others.

• He wants more things for himself.

• He gets more scared.

• He becomes more mean.

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What does Bilbo learn about being a hero?

• Being a hero is about making good choices, not just being strong.

• Being a hero is about getting money and power.

• Being a hero is about winning fights.

• Being a hero is about doing what you're told.

How does Thorin's greed change him and the story?

• Thorin becomes lonely and sad because he only thinks about gold.

• Thorin becomes a kind leader and gives gold to everyone.

• Thorin's greed doesn't change him or the story.

• Thorin's greed helps him make smart choices in the story.

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