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WorksheetsThe Hobbit Chapters 1-7 Quiz
Total questions: 33
Worksheet time: 17mins
Which best describes hobbit houses?
Nasty, dirty, wet holes in the ground
Tall, stately, multi-story houses
Welcoming, comfortable houses built into hills
Single-story ranch-style homes
Why were the Bagginses considered respectable?
They had a lot of money
They never did anything unexpected or out of the ordinary
They built the nicest house in all of the Shire
They went on amazing, exciting adventures and told everyone all about them
Which best describes hobbits?
Small, loud, angry people who love fighting
Tall, gentle, creative people who love gold
Small, predictable, happy people who love food
Exactly like regular humans, just smaller
Why were the Tooks considered to be less respectable?
They loved going on adventures
They didn't have as much money as the Bagginses
They were cruel to other hobbits
They showed off their wealth unnecessarily
Who first visited Bilbo and acted as his Call to Adventure?
Gandalf
Elrond
Gollum
The Dwarves
What is Bilbo's job supposed to be in the adventure?
Guide
Hero
Cook
Burglar
What had happened to the mountain where Thorin’s grandfather ruled as king?
It was overrun by goblins
It was taken over by a dragon
It was destroyed by elves
It was abandoned by Thorin's grandfather
Which word best fits the following definition: showing a willingness to take surprisingly bold risks
venerable
haughty
prudent
audacious
Which word best fits the following definition: accorded a great deal of respect, especially because of age, wisdom, or character
venerable
haughty
prudent
audacious
Which word best fits the following definition: arrogantly superior and disdainful
venerable
haughty
prudent
audacious
What share of treasure is Bilbo entitled to, according to his contract?
1/13th
1/14th
1/3rd
1/28th
What creatures do the company encounter on the road, roasting meat on a fire?
Ogres
Giants
Trolls
Elves
Which Hero's Journey archetype do the mutton-roasting creatures fulfill?
Mentors
Threshold Guardians
Call to Action
Talismans
Where does the group stop to rest and resupply before crossing the mountains?
Rivendell
The Shire
Gondor
Weathertop
What is special about moon letters?
They glow in the dark
They can only be read under a moon in the same phase they were written
They can only be read under a full moon
They can only be read under a new moon
What creatures captured the dwarves from the mountain cave?
Trolls
Goblins
Orcs
Ghouls
Which best describes the characteristics of goblins?
Hardworking and industrious
Cruel and clever
Lazy and cowardly
Predictable and intelligent
How did Bilbo get left behind in the goblin caves?
The dwarves outran him
He was dropped and knocked out
They left him behind and couldn't find him again
The goblins caught him and put him in a cage
Which word best fits the following definition: very bad or unpleasant
abominable
bulbous
infuriate
brood
Which word best fits the following definition: think deeply about something that makes one unhappy
abominable
bulbous
infuriate
brood
What did Bilbo discover in the dark tunnel?
A sword
A dead goblin
The creature Gollum
A ring
What happened to Bilbo’s dagger when he drew it out in the tunnel?
It glowed in the dark
It vibrated when he was going the wrong way
It pointed him toward the exit
It whistled when goblins got close
What best describes Gollum?
Helpful
Destructive
Wretched
Creative
What did Gollum call himself?
Gollum
My lovely
My precious
Smeagol
Why was the creature's name Gollum?
He made a swallowing sound in his throat that sounded like "Gollum"
It was his real name
It was what he called himself
It's what the goblins called him
What competition do Bilbo and Gollum have?
A game of chess
A game of riddles
A wrestling match
A joke competition
What power does the ring that Bilbo found give him when he wears it?
Super strength
Super speed
Ability to grow or shrink in size
Invisibility
Which best describes the emotion Bilbo felt toward Gollum after hearing his shouts of outrage and pain?
Rage
Fear
Pity
Disgust
When Bilbo tells the dwarves about his time underground, what part does he leave out?
Running from Gollum
The game of riddles
His sword glowing
Finding the ring
Who rescued the Dwarves and company from the Wargs?
Eagles
Goblins
Elves
Woodsmen
How did Gandalf introduce the company to Beorn?
As a traveling circus
One and two at a time, while telling Beorn their story
As a family of Dwarves
All at once
What is unusual about Beorn?
He is a vegan
He can turn into an eagle
He can turn into a bear
He is half giant
Who left the group at the edge of Mirkwood?
Thorin
Beorn
Gandalf
Bilbo
