Bombur
What are the names of the two swords that the company finds in the Troll's cave?
Foehammer and Orcrist
What specific piece of the treasure does Thorin want above all else?
The Arkenstone
This character is half-man half-elf, he has the gift of foresight, and can read moon runes. Who is he?
Lord Elrond of Rivendell
Where do the wood elves dwell?
Mirkwood
This character is a descendent of the men of Dale and he fatally shoots Smaug with a black arrow. Who is he?
Bard
What contest and agreement do Bilbo and Gollum make in the tunnels under the mountain?
If Bilbo wins the riddle contest, Gollum shows him the way out. If Gollum wins the riddle contest, he gets to eat Bilbo.
What year did Beyonce's album B'Day come out?
2006
Owing a debt of gratitude to Gandalf, who rescues the company from the burning forest and the wargs?
The Eagles
This character hosts the company during their travels; he takes the shape of a man or a large bear. Who is he?
Beorn
What is the name of the lake town that Smaug demolishes once he is awoken?
Esgaroth
These are ferocious wolves that have developed an alliance with Goblins, what are they?
Wargs
Which character ultimately saves the company from being eaten by trolls?
Gandalf
During the battle of the five armies, this character turns the tide of battle for the better. He saves Thorin from an immediate death, and kills Bolg. Who is he?
Beorn
What are the names of Emily's cats?
Stella, Margot, and Figaro
Gandalf gives this warning to the company when they enter Mirkwood. What is the warning, and why does he give it?
"Do not stray from the path" because Mirkwood is enchanted and if you stray from the path you will get lost in there forever.
Who is Smaug?
A large dragon that has been holding up in the lonely mountain hoarding treasure from men, elves, and dwarves.
This character is a wizard; he has many connections and alliances throughout Middle Earth that aid the company's journey.
Gandalf
This character is the chief dwarf in the company, who receives a map and key passed down from his forefathers to guide him on his quest.
Thorin Oakenshield
Who turns the Arkenstone over to Bard and The Elvenking behind Thorin's back?
Bilbo Baggins
Where does Bilbo live?
The Shire, Hobbiton
What year is in the title of Stanley Kubrick's epic science fiction film?
____: A Space Odyssey
2001
Explain how the company manages to escape imprisonment by The Elvenking undetected?
Bilbo hatches a plan to have the dwarves seal themselves into empty wine barrels and be unknowingly dropped into the river that runs to Esgaroth.
A thrush tries to communicate with Balin, and Balin doesn't understand so the thrush brings another bird who can communicate with dwarves. What kind of bird is this? (*Bonus 100 points if you can provide the bird's name)
A raven (Roac)
The company is captured in Mirkwood twice. Name both of the parties that capture the company.
Spiders and Wood Elves
How many dwarves are in the company?
13
What does Gandalf threaten to do if the dwarves abandon Bilbo?
Leave them to fend for themselves
What does Bilbo name the dagger he takes from the Trolls' cave?
Sting
What does the "J" in J. R. R. Tolkien stand for?
John
Put these events in order:
The company takes refuge with Beorn
Bilbo finds the ring
Smaug demolishes Esgaroth
The company encounters three trolls
The company encounters three trolls
Bilbo finds the ring
The company takes refuge with Beorn
Smaug demolishes Esgaroth
What are the names of the three trolls the company encounters?
Bert, Tom, and William
Where is The Last Homely House located?
Rivendell
These dwarves are twins; they are the youngest with the best eyesight and therefore stationed as lookouts.
Fili and Kili
What happens when you drink from the stream in Mirkwood?
You fall into a deep, never ending sleep.
What character has a "Tookish" quality about them?
Bilbo
What animation technique was used in the 1977 animated film The Hobbit?
Rotoscoping