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The Hobbit
J. R. R. Tolkien
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Bilbo Baggins
Gandalf
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1
of 5
What is the name of the hobbit village close to where Bilbo Baggins lives?
Bag End
Hobbitown
Hobbiton
Hobbitville
2
of 5
Which mountains do the group try to cross?
Mirkwood
Rivendell
Misty
Lonely
3
of 5
What do the group fight in Mirkwood?
Wolves
Goblins
Dragons
Spiders
4
of 5
What does Bilbo steal from Smaug's hoard?
A golden cup
A golden ring
An adamantine necklace
A silver knife
5
of 5
___ and ___ march to the Lonely Mountain to seek a share of the treasure as compensation for their aid and losses.
Elves and goblins
Dwarves and trolls
Humans and elves
Humans and orcs
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