Part 5+
Chapters 15-19
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Chapter 15 – The Gathering of the Clouds
1. Why does Thorin think that all the treasure is his, and that the people of Laketown
don’t deserve any? ____________________________________________________
2. What is the power that has turned the dwarves, elves, and men (usually allies) against
each other? __________________________________________________________
3. Which 3 dwarves have remained reasonable despite the influence of the treasure? (3)
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Chapter 16 – A Thief in the Night
1. What does Bilbo have that can be used as a bargaining chip against Thorin?
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2. Why does Bilbo run the risk of angering Thorin with his actions? ________________
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3. As the chapter ends, what event occurs that gives Bilbo hope? __________________
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Chapter 17 – The Clouds Burst
1. Why does Thorin think he will be able to regain the Arkenstone without paying?
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2. How do the forces of nature take a side in the Battle of Five Armies?(2) __________
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3. Why do the armies of goblins and wargs come to the Lonely Mountain? __________
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Chapter 18 – The Return Journey
1. What race, other than hobbits, values the qualities of valuing food, cheer, and
song over gold? _______________________________________________________
2. Why does Bilbo give the necklace of silver and pearls to the Elvenking? __________
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3. What quote from Bilbo lets us know he is done with his “Tookish” side for now?
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4. All five armies involved in the battle are fighting for gold. What is the eagles’
reason for joining the battle? _____________________________________________
Chapter 19 – The Last Stage
1. Why had Gandalf left the party earlier in the story? ___________________________
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2. Why is Bilbo said to have lost his reputation around Hobbiton? _________________
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3. What are three of the benefits that occurred because of Smaug’s death, and the
Battle of Five Armies? (3)
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b. __________________________________________________________________
c. __________________________________________________________________