The Hobbit Chapter 5 Comprehension Questions

CHAPTER 5 Comprehension Questions

1. How does Bilbo know his sword was made by elves?

2. Why is it good that Bilbo lost his matches?

3. How does Gollum guess that Bilbo has his ring?

4. How do the Goblins know that someone is at the gate?

5. Which of the dwarves is the most surprised to see Bilbo?

6. How are Bilbo and Gollum alike? Their motives for the riddle-game, their ability to guess each other’s riddles; their abilities underground; their living in holes. Can you call Gollum evil? Discuss the concept that Gollum is the negative side of Bilbo, with which he must come to terms before he can achieve his identity.

7. What skills does Bilbo show in dealing with Gollum?

8. “No great leap for a man, but a leap in the dark.” Discuss this quotation with respect to Bilbo’s decision not to kill Gollum, and his newfound courage.

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