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Most of the population of Lake Town think the dwarves are going to kill the dragon Smaug, and so treat them with kindness, hoping to get a share of the treasure. In fact all the dwarves do is annoy Smaug, who flies down the mountain and destroys Lake Town. Smaug is eventually killed by Bard.
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In the Hobbit by J.R.R Tolkien what did Bilbo secretly give to Bard to help him with his talks to Thorin?
Bilbo snuck out of the Dwarves camp and delivered the Arkenstone to Bard.
Why wouldn and rsquot Bard let Dain and the dwarves pass?
Bard wanted to wait until the gold and silver had been brought out in exchange for the Arkenstone, he was afraid that there wouldn't be any chance once Dain had joined Thorin in the mountain.
How does Thorin deal with bard and the elvenking in the hobbit?
Bard keeps the arkenstone and will give it back to Thorin later if he can receive part of the share
Why were dains people refused entry to the mountain?
Bard prevented them from entering until the exchange for the Arkenstone had been made.Because they are there to help Thorin. Bard knows it will be easier get Thorin to accept his demands if he is isolated from any help.
What happens in Chapter 15 of The Hobbit?
15-The thrush that Bilbo saw outside the secret door to the Lonely Mountain is spotted by roac son of Carc. He tells Bilbo and the dwarves that Smaug is dead and that they should not trust the Master of Lake-town, but Bard. Thorin, assuming his ancestral role as King under the Mountain, sends the thrush for Dain in the Iron Hills. Thorin wants to go back to the Mountain. The dwarves work to fortify the mountain against the Elvenking; as they work, the ravens bring them news. The elves pitch camp and make merry; the dwarves then make merry, as well. Bard approaches to parley with Thorin. He refuses as long as Bard's men ally with elves. Bard's men leave and then his banner-bearers return with a demand for part of the hoard if they come to the aid of the dwarves. Thorin refuses and tells them to consider themselves under siege
In the Hobbit by J.R.R Tolkien what did Bilbo secretly give to Bard to help him with his talks to Thorin?
Bilbo snuck out of the Dwarves camp and delivered the Arkenstone to Bard.
Why wouldn and rsquot Bard let Dain and the dwarves pass?
Bard wanted to wait until the gold and silver had been brought out in exchange for the Arkenstone, he was afraid that there wouldn't be any chance once Dain had joined Thorin in the mountain.
Why does Thorin refuse Bard his request for treasure?
Thorin is a dwarf, and they love treasure. They finally get their mountain and then here comes humans tramping along, wanting a share in it. To Thorin and company, they just certainly could not have sticky human fingers all over their precious treasure. What can you say, they're dwarves!
How does Thorin deal with bard and the elvenking in the hobbit?
Bard keeps the arkenstone and will give it back to Thorin later if he can receive part of the share
What was the ultimatum issued by bard in the hobbit?
Bard told Thorin that Thorin must give Bard a portion of the treasure to rebuild Esgaroth, or he would be considered the foe of the lake-town.
Why were dains people refused entry to the mountain?
Bard prevented them from entering until the exchange for the Arkenstone had been made.Because they are there to help Thorin. Bard knows it will be easier get Thorin to accept his demands if he is isolated from any help.
What happens in Chapter 15 of The Hobbit?
15-The thrush that Bilbo saw outside the secret door to the Lonely Mountain is spotted by roac son of Carc. He tells Bilbo and the dwarves that Smaug is dead and that they should not trust the Master of Lake-town, but Bard. Thorin, assuming his ancestral role as King under the Mountain, sends the thrush for Dain in the Iron Hills. Thorin wants to go back to the Mountain. The dwarves work to fortify the mountain against the Elvenking; as they work, the ravens bring them news. The elves pitch camp and make merry; the dwarves then make merry, as well. Bard approaches to parley with Thorin. He refuses as long as Bard's men ally with elves. Bard's men leave and then his banner-bearers return with a demand for part of the hoard if they come to the aid of the dwarves. Thorin refuses and tells them to consider themselves under siege
What parting gift did Bard bestow upon Thorin?
When Thorin was entombed in the Lonely Mountain, Bard laid the Arkenstone upon his breast.
What did Bilbo do with the Arkenstone?
Bilbo found the Arkenstone in Smaug's treasure chamber.
Who has the Arkenstone in 'The Hobbit'?
Smaug has the Arkenstone in his hoard. Bilbo acquires it from the pile of treasure. He then gives it to Bard. Bard puts it with Thorin when he is buried. That is where it stayed.
In The Hobbit what are the various demands and offers made by Bard the dwarves and the elves?
Bard demands a share of the treasure to help the people of Lake-town. The dwarves offer Bard a portion of the treasure, and the elves offer to help the dwarves in their quest. Ultimately, they all come to an agreement to share the treasure before a battle breaks out.
What conditions did Thorin insist on before he would negotiate any terms of settlement with Bard?
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