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The Fellowship of the Ring Quiz for Experts | J. R. R. Tolkien

This is a quiz for part one of J.R.R. Tolkien's superb trilogy, "The Lord of the Rings".

A multiple-choice quiz by Lias444. Estimated time: 6 mins.

Author
Lias444

Time
6 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
366,674

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

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Difficult

Avg Score
5 / 10

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Question 1 of 10

1. Bilbo's 'second disappearance' was discussed in the Shire for a year and a day. Which of these ideas about his disappearance was not something assumed by the general opinion in Hobbiton? Hint

Bilbo had at last gone quite mad.

Bilbo had taken his wealth and gone into hiding.

Gandalf was to blame.

Bilbo had died after falling into a pool or river.

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Question 2 of 10

2. Before encountering Gildor on the road to Buckland, Frodo believes that only Gandalf and one other are aware of his secret plan to leave the Shire; who is the other? Hint

Sam

Bilbo

the Black Rider

Merry

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Question 3 of 10

3. Which of these statements regarding Tom Bombadil is incorrect? Hint

He has thick, brown hair.

He has yellow boots.

He has a green hat.

He has a blue jacket.

4. A mysterious Ranger called Strider requests a 'quiet talk' with Mr. Underhill (Frodo) at The Prancing Pony in Bree. He claims to have 'some good advice' for Frodo but what is the reward he demands in return? Hint

Frodo must reveal his purpose in Bree.

Frodo must show him the Ring.

Frodo must allow him to join their company.

Frodo must reveal his true name.

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Question 5 of 10

5. The company must cross the Ford of Bruinen to reach Rivendell and save Frodo; by what name does Strider refer to the river Bruinen? Hint

Greyflood

Loudwater

Hoarwell

Silverlode

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Question 6 of 10

6. 'A great black horseman, a dark shadow under the moon. Wherever he came a madness filled our foes, but fear fell on our boldest, so that horse and man gave way and fled.' - Who is Boromir referring to in this passage? Hint

Saruman

Sauron

the Witch-king of Angmar

the Mouth of Sauron

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Question 7 of 10

7. The passage of the Misty Mountains is fraught with danger for the Fellowship, no matter which road they take. Opinion in the company is divided as to what way is best; which is Aragorn's contentious preference? Hint

Gap of Rohan

Redhorn Gate

Mines of Moria

cross the Isen into Langstrand

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Question 8 of 10

8. As the Bridge of Khazad-d�m and freedom from Moria nears, the Fellowship is pursued doggedly by orcs and 'some new devilry'. According to Gandalf, haste is necessary but escape will depend on what? Hint

the sun shining outside.

the orcs being hindered by fire.

the Gates being open.

the defeat of the Balrog.

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Question 9 of 10

9. In the golden woods of L�rien, Frodo has at last found someone who might justly relieve him of the One Ring, the virtuous Lady Galadriel. Of these virtues, which is not attributed to Galadriel by Frodo, in justifying offering her the Ring? Hint

She is fearless.

She is fair.

She is wise.

She is noble.

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Question 10 of 10

10. With the Fellowship broken, Frodo and Sam continue the journey to the Land of Shadow by crossing the river Anduin and landing on the southern slopes of where? Hint

Sarn Gebir

Tol Brandir

Amon Lhaw

Amon Hen

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Bilbo's 'second disappearance' was discussed in the Shire for a year and a day. Which of these ideas about his disappearance was not something assumed by the general opinion in Hobbiton?

Answer: Bilbo had taken his wealth and gone into hiding.

Bilbo had gone on a 'very long holiday' in search of new horizons. All the rumours that were circulating after Bilbo's last adventure became popular again and the legend of Mad Baggins and his adventures eventually became a favourite fireside-story in the Shire.

2. Before encountering Gildor on the road to Buckland, Frodo believes that only Gandalf and one other are aware of his secret plan to leave the Shire; who is the other?

Answer: Sam

Frodo is surprised to learn that Gildor the Elf knows his true intentions, and it is later revealed that Frodo's closely guarded secret is known also to Merry, Pippin and even Fredegar Bolger, with Sam emerging as the ringleader.

3. Which of these statements regarding Tom Bombadil is incorrect?

Answer: He has a green hat.

The hobbits are rescued from Old Man Willow's ensnarement by the very merry Tom Bombadil. Tom is a being of many colours but he does not wear a green hat; rather 'his thick, brown hair was crowned with autumn leaves'.

Answer: Frodo must allow him to join their company.

Strider informs Frodo of the movements of the Black Riders and urges caution. Frodo gradually warms to him as he recognises the stranger's goodwill and eventually grants his reward.

5. The company must cross the Ford of Bruinen to reach Rivendell and save Frodo; by what name does Strider refer to the river Bruinen?

Answer: Loudwater

Hoarwell and Greyflood are adjoining rivers and Silverlode runs through L�rien. The company must reach Rivendell before Frodo succumbs to his mortal wound, but before reaching the Ford, they are assailed once again by Black Riders.

Answer: Sauron

Boromir is describing the presence of Sauron, whom he calls the Nameless Enemy, in a battle for Ithilien. Boromir confirms that Sauron has returned to near full-strength, as he takes part in the Council of Elrond.

Answer: Redhorn Gate

Aragorn's preference is disputed within the company but is nevertheless attempted by the Fellowship. This passage proves treacherous and the Mountain defeats them, forcing the company to attempt a darker and seemingly more dangerous way, the Mines of Moria (Gandalf's preference).

Answer: the sun shining outside.

'Now for the last race!' said Gandalf. 'If the sun is shining outside, we may still escape. After me!' The sun shining means the orcs will not pursue them out of Moria and thankfully, it is. Unfortunately for Gandalf, another obstacle bars his way; a Balrog, and he will fall alongside the 'flame of Ud�n' into the abyss.

Answer: She is noble.

Galadriel admits she has 'greatly desired' the Ring, but after a display of the power she would hold, she declines Frodo's offer and chooses to 'remain Galadriel'. Frodo's fate is sealed; he will depart L�rien the next day and carry on his quest as the Ring-bearer.

10. With the Fellowship broken, Frodo and Sam continue the journey to the Land of Shadow by crossing the river Anduin and landing on the southern slopes of where?

Answer: Amon Lhaw

Sam jumps Frodo trying to leave Amon Hen unseen. Frodo eventually accepts that Sam won't be leaving his side and after Sam grabs 'a spare blanket, and some extra packages of food', the two hobbits begin the next phase of their mission.

Source: Author Lias444

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