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The Hobbit Chapter I (Summary) Flashcards

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What type of hole did the hobbit live in?

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A hobbit-hole, which means comfort.

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Describe the door of the hobbit-hole.

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It had a perfectly round door like a porthole, painted green, with a shiny yellow brass knob in the exact middle.

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What features characterized the interior of the hobbit-hole?

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A tube-shaped hall, panelled walls, tiled and carpeted floors, polished chairs, and lots of pegs for hats and coats.

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What was the name of the hobbit?

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Bilbo Baggins.

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How were the Bagginses viewed by their neighbors?

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They were considered very respectable and rich, known for not having adventures or doing anything unexpected.

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What is a hobbit?

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A little people, about half our height, smaller than Dwarves, with no beards, and a tendency to disappear quietly.

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What was unique about hobbit feet?

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They have natural leathery soles and thick warm brown hair.

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Who was Bilbo’s mother?

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Belladonna Took.

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What was said about the Took family?

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They were not as respectable as the Bagginses but were undoubtedly richer and occasionally had adventures.

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What did Bungo Baggins do for Belladonna Took?

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He built her the most luxurious hobbit-hole.

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What unusual trait did Bilbo inherit from the Took side of his family?

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Something a bit queer in his makeup.

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Who visited Bilbo one morning?

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Gandalf.

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What was Gandalf looking for?

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Someone to share in an adventure.

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What was Bilbo’s initial reaction to Gandalf’s proposition for an adventure?

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He expressed that he did not want any adventures.

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True or False: Bilbo was fond of visitors.

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True.

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What did Gandalf do to Bilbo’s door?

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He scratched a queer sign on it.

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Who arrived at Bilbo’s house after Gandalf?

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Dwalin, a dwarf.

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What did Dwalin say upon entering Bilbo’s home?

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‘Dwalin at your service!’

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Fill in the blank: Bilbo Baggins was surprised to see _______ arrive at his door.

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Dwarves.

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What did Balin prefer to drink instead of tea?

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A little beer.

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What type of cakes did Bilbo mention having?

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Seed-cake.

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What does Bilbo offer the dwarves when they first arrive?

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Tea and seed-cakes

Bilbo is surprised by his own willingness to serve food to the dwarves.

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Who are the first two dwarves to arrive at Bilbo’s house?

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Balin and Dwalin

They are brothers and begin to talk as if they are old friends.

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How many dwarves arrive in total at Bilbo’s house?

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Thirteen

This includes Gandalf and the dwarves introduced throughout the passage.

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What does Thorin demand to eat and drink at Bilbo's?
Red wine, raspberry jam, and apple-tart ## Footnote Each dwarf has specific requests for food and drink.
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What song do the dwarves sing while cleaning up?
A song about smashing dishes and causing chaos ## Footnote The song humorously describes what Bilbo hates.
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What musical instruments do the dwarves bring out?
Fiddles, flutes, drum, clarinets, viols, and a harp ## Footnote Each dwarf contributes different instruments for the music session.
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Fill in the blank: Bilbo feels _______ about the unexpected gathering of dwarves.
bewildered ## Footnote Bilbo is overwhelmed by the number of dwarves and the situation.
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What does Gandalf do with his smoke rings?
He sends smaller smoke rings through Thorin's larger ones ## Footnote This shows Gandalf's magical abilities and playful nature.
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True or False: Bilbo enjoys the music played by the dwarves.
True ## Footnote Bilbo is swept away by the music and forgets his troubles.
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What are the names of the last four dwarves that arrive with Gandalf?
Bifur, Bofur, Bombur, and Thorin ## Footnote Thorin is introduced as an important figure among the dwarves.
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What is the main theme of the dwarves' song?
Seeking their long-forgotten gold ## Footnote The song reflects their desire to reclaim their lost treasures.
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What does Bilbo do to prepare for the dwarves' arrival?
He fetches food and drink from the pantry ## Footnote Bilbo is busy trying to accommodate the dwarves' needs.
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How does Bilbo feel about the adventure that seems to be unfolding?
He feels flummoxed and overwhelmed ## Footnote Bilbo is uncertain about the implications of the dwarves' visit.
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What does Thorin do while the other dwarves are cleaning up?
He smokes a pipe with his feet on the fender ## Footnote Thorin maintains a sense of importance and authority.
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What happens when the dwarves begin to sing?
Bilbo is swept away into dark lands under strange moons ## Footnote The music transports him beyond his current reality.
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Fill in the blank: Bilbo is described as a _______ who is not used to adventures.
hobbit ## Footnote Hobbits are known for their love of comfort and dislike for adventure.
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What did the hobbit feel as he listened to the singing?
The love of beautiful things made by hands, cunning, and magic ## Footnote This feeling stirred a desire to explore and seek adventure.
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What did Bilbo Baggins wish to do after feeling the Tookish side awaken in him?
Go and see the great mountains, hear the pine-trees, explore the caves, and wear a sword instead of a walking-stick.
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What triggered a sense of fear in Bilbo while he looked out the window?
He thought of plundering dragons settling on his quiet Hill.
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How did the dwarves react when Bilbo mentioned fetching a lamp?
They said, 'We like the dark. Dark for dark business! There are many hours before dawn.'
42
What did Thorin announce to the group?
They were met to discuss their plans, means, policy, and devices for their journey.
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What did Bilbo do when he heard Thorin say some of them may never return?
He felt a shriek coming up inside and burst out in panic.
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What was Gandalf's description of Bilbo after his outburst?
Excitable little fellow who gets funny queer fits, but is one of the best, as fierce as a dragon in a pinch.
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Who was Bullroarer Took and what was notable about him?
He was a great-great-great-granduncle of Bilbo who charged the goblins in battle and invented the game of Golf.
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What did Gloin express doubt about regarding Bilbo?
Whether Bilbo would be suitable for the role of burglar, as he seemed more like a grocer than a burglar.
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What did Bilbo assert when he entered the room after overhearing the dwarves?
He claimed he would show them he was good and would try to help.
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What did Gandalf say about the mark on Bilbo's door?
He put it there himself for very good reasons, indicating that Bilbo was chosen for the expedition.
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What did Thorin find disappointing about the map of the Mountain?
He did not see how it would help them much, as he remembered the Mountain well enough.
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What did Gandalf point out about the secret entrance on the map?
It marks a hidden passage to the Lower Halls.
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Why did Thorin doubt the secrecy of the entrance?
He believed Smaug would have learned about it after living there for so long.
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What did Gandalf suggest about the door's size?
Smaug could not creep into a hole that size, not even when he was young.
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What was Bilbo's reaction upon hearing about the secret door?
He became excited and interested, forgetting to keep his mouth shut.
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What did Gandalf reveal about the key associated with the map?
He handed Thorin a small and curious key made of silver.
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What did the dwarves plan to do after receiving the map and key?
They discussed going East quietly and carefully toward the Long Lake.
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What did Gandalf say about the availability of heroes for their journey?
Warriors are busy fighting one another in distant lands, and heroes are scarce.
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What role did Gandalf assign to Bilbo in the expedition?
Bilbo was chosen as the burglar.
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What did Thorin ask Bilbo to provide during their planning?
Ideas or suggestions about the journey and the dragon.
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What did Bilbo want to know more about?
The gold, the dragon, how it got there, who it belongs to, risks, and remuneration.
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What did Thorin say regarding Bilbo's knowledge of their situation?
He was surprised Bilbo did not already know the details about the gold and dragon.
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What did Thorin want to know about the adventure?
Risks, out-of-pocket expenses, time required, and remuneration ## Footnote Thorin was concerned about what he would gain and whether he would survive the adventure.
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Who was Thrain the Old?
Thorin's far ancestor who discovered the Mountain ## Footnote Thrain is significant in the history of the dwarves and their wealth.
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What happened to the dwarves when Smaug attacked?
Most were destroyed and their wealth was taken by the dragon ## Footnote Smaug's attack led to the ruin of Dale and the dwarves' kingdom.
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What was the reaction of the dwarves when they heard the noise of the dragon?
They rushed out to defend their home ## Footnote The attack was sudden, and many dwarves faced Smaug without preparation.
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What did Smaug do after taking the dwarves' treasure?
He hoarded it and captured people from Dale ## Footnote Smaug's greed led to further destruction of the region.
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How did Thorin's family earn a living after being driven out?
They worked as blacksmiths and coal miners ## Footnote The loss of their kingdom forced them into lowly jobs.
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What did Thorin believe about his father's and grandfather's escape?
They must have had a private Side-door ## Footnote This door was crucial for their survival during Smaug's attack.
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Why did Gandalf have the map?
Thrain gave it to him before he went to the mines of Moria ## Footnote The map was intended for Thorin but was kept safe by Gandalf.
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Who was Azog?
The goblin who killed Thorin's grandfather Thror ## Footnote Azog is an important antagonist in dwarf history.
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What did Gandalf find Thrain doing in the dungeons?
He was witless and wandering, having forgotten almost everything ## Footnote Thrain's captivity severely affected his mental state.
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What advice did Bilbo give to Thorin and the dwarves?
To go East and look for the Side-door ## Footnote Bilbo's suggestion was to explore possibilities for entering the mountain.
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What did Thorin expect for breakfast?
Eggs with ham, fried not poached ## Footnote This detail highlights Thorin's character and preferences.
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What song was Thorin humming?
Far over the misty mountains cold ## Footnote This song reflects the dwarves' longing for their lost treasure.
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True or False: Smaug was known for enjoying his hoard of treasure.
False ## Footnote Dragons hoard treasure but do not enjoy it in the same way that others do.
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Fill in the blank: The dwarves built the merry town of ______ during their prosperous days.
Dale

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