"The Hobbit" ch. 17 "The Clouds Burst"

Which ONE is NOT one of the "Five Armies"?

• Elves

• Dwarves

• Eagles

• Goblins

• Wargs

The Five Armies formed two sides. Who was on each side?

• Men, Elves and Dwarves versus Goblins and Wargs

• Men, Elves, and Hobbits, versus Dwarves and Goblins

• Goblins and Bats versus Eagles, Men, and Dwarves

• Goblins, Bats, and Eagles versus Men and Elves

What powers does Gandalf have in the battle? Check all that apply.

• He casts a spell that stuns the goblin army.

• He rallies men, elves, and dwarves into allegiance.

• He comes up with a good strategic plan for the battle.

• He does not work any magic in the battle.

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What role does Bilbo have in the battle?

• He puts on his ring and sits it out.

• He slays several wargs with Sting.

• He serves as a messenger between Elves and Dwarves.

• He persuades Gandalf to cast a deadly spell.

What terms do Thorin and Bard come to?

• Thorin and Bard will become trading partners with 50/50 profits.
• Thorin will provide food, water, and shelter to Bard's men in exchange for the Arkenstone.
• Bard will give the Arkenstone back to Thorin in exchange for being an ally.
• Bard will give the Arkenstone back to Thorin in exchange for a share in the treasure.

What army decides to make the first attack? (before the goblins come)

• Dain
• Men (led by Bard)
• Thorin
• Elves

Which army is the first to charge against the Goblins?

• Elves
• Men
• Dwarves
• Eagles

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Why isn't Bilbo found until the day after the battle?

• He was wearing the ring and was knocked unconscious.
• He was injured and fell out of sight.
• He was wearing the ring and took a nap.
• He is very small so it is hard to find him.

What is the first sign that there is another army descending upon the men, dwarfs, and elves?

• a trumpet sounded off in the distance
• elf messengers raced into the camp after seeing the army cross the valley
• a black cloud came swiftly across the sky
• a huge fire blazed off to the west 

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What creature makes up the black cloud of the goblins? 

• ravens
• crows
• locusts
• bats

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