Bilbo and Smaug: Key Events

In this video, the host summarizes chapter 12 of J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Hobbit'. Bilbo Baggins is tasked with entering the mountain to gather information about Smaug, the dragon. He successfully steals a cup, angering Smaug, who then seeks revenge. Bilbo returns to the lair to discover Smaug's weakness, narrowly escaping with the information. The chapter ends with Smaug heading towards Lake-town, and the host encourages viewers to read the book for more details.

What is the main focus of the video?

• An overview of J.R.R. Tolkien's life

• A summary of Chapter 12 of The Hobbit

• A detailed analysis of Smaug's character

• A discussion on the themes of The Hobbit

Who accompanies Bilbo partway into the mountain?

• Thorin

• Gandalf

• Dwalin

• Balin

What does Bilbo steal from Smaug?

• A sword

• A shield

• A cup

• A crown

What is Smaug's reaction to the missing cup?

• He laughs it off

• He becomes enraged

• He falls asleep

• He ignores it

What does Smaug do after realizing a cup is missing?

• He calls for help

• He searches for the thief

• He goes back to sleep

• He leaves the mountain

What do the dwarves do to avoid Smaug?

• They hide in the mountain

• They negotiate with him

• They flee to Lake-town

• They fight him

What does Smaug find instead of the dwarves?

• Their weapons

• Their ponies

• Their treasure

• Their map

Why does Bilbo return to Smaug's lair?

• To rescue a friend

• To steal more treasure

• To find Smaug's weaknesses

• To apologize to Smaug

What does Smaug warn Bilbo about?

• The wrath of the elves

• The dangers of the mountain

• The treachery of the dwarves

• The power of the ring

What is the significance of the ring Bilbo uses?

• It allows him to fly

• It makes him invisible

• It grants him strength

• It gives him wisdom