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What saying does Bilbo make after fleeing Smaug?
After he gets away from Smaug, Bilbo makes up a saying that would become a favorite of his. Never laugh at live dragons, Bilbo, you fool.
Why would Bilbo get Smaug's hoard?
Bilbo was entitled to 1/14th of the hoard based on his agreement with Thorin for joining them on the journey.
Why do Bilbo and Balin want to leave the main gateway to the mountain?
Bilbo and Balin are character in The Hobbit. They wanted to leave the main gateway to the mountain as it was the home of Smaug - a dragon. Staying would obviously not have been good for their health.
Where was the note thorin left Bilbo?
Thorin Oakenshield left a note for Bilbo Baggins on the mantelpiece of his home, Bag End, in the Shire. The note was meant to inform Bilbo of his involvement in the quest to reclaim the Lonely Mountain and the treasure guarded by Smaug. It expressed Thorin's hope that Bilbo would join them on their adventure. This moment highlights Bilbo's unexpected role in the quest and sets the stage for his journey.
Why was Bilbo willing to end his quest with the killing of Smaug while Thorin was not?
Bilbo was willing to end his quest with the killing of Smaug because he sought to protect the innocent inhabitants of Lake-town and felt that the dragon's death would restore peace. In contrast, Thorin was driven by his desire to reclaim the Lonely Mountain and its treasure for himself and his people, believing that the wealth and power it represented were essential for their future. Thorin's obsession with treasure clouded his judgment, making him unwilling to compromise or consider the broader consequences of their actions. Ultimately, Bilbo's sense of morality and compassion contrasted sharply with Thorin's greed and ambition.
What saying does Bilbo make after fleeing Smaug?
After he gets away from Smaug, Bilbo makes up a saying that would become a favorite of his. Never laugh at live dragons, Bilbo, you fool.
Why would Bilbo get Smaug's hoard?
Bilbo was entitled to 1/14th of the hoard based on his agreement with Thorin for joining them on the journey.
What is ironic about the way in which Smaug is killed?
The irony is that if Smaug not been bragging about his "diamond waistcoat" of impenetrable scales, Bilbo never would have seen the hole in it. Bilbo communicated this (by means of the Thrush) to Bard the Bowman, and with that information, he was able to slay the dragon with a well-placed arrow. As is common in mythology, Smaug was killed by his own hubris.
How did Bilbo bury his friends alive?
I would think that he's referring to the imprisonment of the dwarves. The dungeon of the elves is underground.
Which of Smaug's senses was very keen in The Hobbit?
His sense of smell. It is one of the main reasons why Gandalf chooses Bilbo as the 14th member of the Company (because while Smaug would be familiar with the smell of Dwarf, the smell of Hobbit "would be all but unknown to him").
Why do Bilbo and Balin want to leave the main gateway to the mountain?
Bilbo and Balin are character in The Hobbit. They wanted to leave the main gateway to the mountain as it was the home of Smaug - a dragon. Staying would obviously not have been good for their health.
Where was the note thorin left Bilbo?
Thorin Oakenshield left a note for Bilbo Baggins on the mantelpiece of his home, Bag End, in the Shire. The note was meant to inform Bilbo of his involvement in the quest to reclaim the Lonely Mountain and the treasure guarded by Smaug. It expressed Thorin's hope that Bilbo would join them on their adventure. This moment highlights Bilbo's unexpected role in the quest and sets the stage for his journey.
What does Bilbo give to the Elvenking?
He had borrowed several handkerchiefs from Elrond. He had complained of having left home without any of them. Bilbo left him 'such small gifts as he would accept' when they stopped on the return trip.
What would happen if Gollum won the Riddle game?
A. Bilbo would have killed Gollum with Sting (his sword) B. Gollum would have strangled Bilbo till he died then Gandalf would have risked his life to try to find him and then get captured or killed, the dwarves would have been attacked by the Wargs and then they would get lost and the whole quest would have ended tragicly
According to The book The Hobbit Why do you think they can get the treasure back from Smaug?
There was never much of a logical chance for the dwarves to reclaim their treasure. Bilbo just happened to be in the right place at the right time for a series of unlikely things to occur. Without his help, they would never have made it to the mountain. They only got into the door because he understood the riddle just in time. And without his information about Smaug's weak spot, Bard would not have known how to kill the dragon. Bilbo and his ring are the missing pieces of the puzzle, and he is the reason the story turned out so well
Why does Tolkien postpone the ne ws of Smaug's death until chapter 14?
This builds tension, and shows how brave Bilbo Baggins really is. He has no idea that Smaug is dead at the time, but he still goes down into the tunnel to explore. If he knew Smaug was dead, it wouldn't be such a brave act. (Conversely, the dwarves would have shown a braver side of themselves if they'd known Smaug was dead.)
Why was Bilbo willing to end his quest with the killing of Smaug while Thorin was not?
Bilbo was willing to end his quest with the killing of Smaug because he sought to protect the innocent inhabitants of Lake-town and felt that the dragon's death would restore peace. In contrast, Thorin was driven by his desire to reclaim the Lonely Mountain and its treasure for himself and his people, believing that the wealth and power it represented were essential for their future. Thorin's obsession with treasure clouded his judgment, making him unwilling to compromise or consider the broader consequences of their actions. Ultimately, Bilbo's sense of morality and compassion contrasted sharply with Thorin's greed and ambition.
