When he comes to, he learns that Gandalf had advertised his services as a burglar — the meaning of the secret mark on the door — hoping that the dwarves would recruit him. Bilbo agrees to go on the journey, partly out of pride, because the dwarves are
skeptical of his ability
.
What changed Bilbo’s mind about the adventure?
In the book, he actually goes out of a sense of duty to fulfill a contract which he was tricked into accepting by Gandalf. It’s a matter of his good name and integrity. However, the movie changed things slightly by
making Bilbo originally refuse to join the journey
, but then the next morning he changes his mind.
Why did Bilbo change his mind?
In the book, he actually goes out of a sense of duty to fulfill a contract which he was tricked into accepting by Gandalf. It’s a matter of his good name and integrity. However, the movie changed things slightly by
making Bilbo originally refuse to join the journey
, but then the next morning he changes his mind.
How has Bilbo changed in the minds of the dwarves?
The transformation of Bilbo from home-loving hobbit to an equal of the dwarves in their life of adventure is seen
in Chapter 8 when Bilbo saves the dwarves from the spiders and realizes the degree to which he has changed and become braver and stronger
.
How did Bilbo lose consciousness?
The goblins go into a rage and the Great Goblin lunges at Thorin to eat him. … The goblins follow quickly after them, and one of the goblins catches up to the dwarf Dori, who has been carrying Bilbo on his back. Bilbo falls off,
strikes his head on the ground
, and loses consciousness.
What caused the trolls downfall?
What caused the troll’s downfall?
Gandalf took advantage of the trolls’ arguing by imitating their voices
, thus keeping them bickering until dawn when they turned to stone.
What did Gandalf give Thorin?
Gandalf gives Thorin
a key
that he got from Thorin’s grandfather. Gandalf points to a secret entrance on the side of the mountain that is too small for a dragon. At five by three feet, Bilbo thinks the tunnel must be large.
Does Bilbo Baggins have a son?
ANSWER: Yes,
Bilbo Baggins formally/legally adopted Frodo Baggins as his son and heir
. Of course, Bilbo was also Frodo’s cousin and it is this blood relationship that is most often referred to between the two Hobbits.
Who did Gandalf finally arrive with?
Question 7: Who did Gandalf finally arrive with? Answer: Gandalf finally arrived with
Thorin
.
What did Gandalf show the dwarves?
Gandalf showed the dwarves something that belonged to Thorin’s grandfather. What was it? It was
a map of the Mountain
, showing a secret entrance. He also had a key.
How did Bilbo change during the Hobbit?
At the beginning Bilbo wanted utterly nothing to do with the Dwarves, Gandalf and the whole adventure. However, throughout the book, he gained respect from the Dwarves.
His sheltered and comfort filled life was altered dramatically
, bringing out character traits he didn’t know he had.
Do hobbits like adventures?
Hobbits normally don’t do a lot of traveling, and that’s why
there is almost no adventurers among the Hobbits
. Hobbits are very fond of food, and of that reason are they eating a lot.
Why is Bilbo important in the Hobbit?
Bilbo’s central role is underscored by his appeal—he is not only the most important but also
the most likable and honorable character
. Even as the other participants in his quest become corrupted by greed, Bilbo maintains his common sense, courage, and eagerness to please.
What is Smaug’s weakness?
Smaug’s weakness is that
on his left breast he has a small gap that isn’t armed
and Bilbo found it when he snuck into the secret entrance to the cave and he saw Smaug sleeping.
What did Thorin say to Bilbo before he died?
Before he died, he made his peace with Bilbo by commending the Hobbit’s bravery and good character, apologising for his harsh words as he now recognised his comrade’s fundamentally benevolent motives. His last words were, “
If more of us valued food and cheer and song above hoarded gold, it would be a merrier world
.
Who killed Smaug?
In The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies, Smaug attacks Lake-town. He is killed by
Bard
with a black arrow and his body falls on the boat carrying the fleeing Master of Lake-town.
