Do You Know Gandalf The Grey?

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1. What is the name of the author of the lord of the rings?

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The correct answer is Tolkien because he is the author of the Lord of the Rings. J.R.R. Tolkien wrote this famous fantasy novel, which consists of three volumes: The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, and The Return of the King. Tolkien's work in creating the intricate world of Middle-earth, with its diverse characters and rich mythology, has had a profound impact on the fantasy genre and continues to be beloved by readers worldwide.

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Do You Know Gandalf The Grey? - Quiz

When you see or hear the aforementioned name, what comes t mind is the Lord of the rings. He was one of the protagonist in the book. There are lot about him. I am challenging you to take this quiz and get to know how well you know about him.

2. What does "istaris" mean

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The term "istaris" refers to wizards. It does not mean magicians or fighters. Therefore, the correct answer is wizards.

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3. What was the original name of Gandalf?

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Gandalf's original name was Olorin.

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4. Gandalf is said to be from which of the following immortal race?

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Gandalf is said to be from the immortal race known as the Maia. In J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth legendarium, the Maiar are a group of powerful beings who serve the Valar, the gods of Middle-earth. Gandalf, also known as Gandalf the Grey or Gandalf the White, is one of the Istari, a small group of Maiar sent to Middle-earth to aid in the fight against the dark forces of Sauron. Throughout the "Lord of the Rings" series, Gandalf demonstrates his immense power and wisdom, showcasing his Maia heritage.

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5. Who gave him the name " Tharkûn "?

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Dwarves gave him the name "Tharkûn".

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6. He is said to be the leader of the army of ____________

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The answer "West" is correct because the sentence states that "He is said to be the leader of the army of ________." The missing word should be a direction, and out of the given options, "West" is the only direction mentioned. Therefore, it can be inferred that he is the leader of the army of the West.

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7. Which of the following is also his name?

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All of the above is the correct answer because both Incánus and Tharkûn are alternative names for the same person.

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8. What does " Tharkûn " mean?

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The term "Tharkûn" refers to "The Staff man." This suggests that the word is used to describe someone who carries or uses a staff. The other options, "The magician" and "The wise one," do not directly relate to the meaning of "Tharkûn" and are therefore not the correct answer.

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9. What does "Olorin" mean?

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The name "Olorin" does not directly translate to any of the given options. However, in J.R.R. Tolkien's fictional world of Middle-earth, "Olorin" is the name of a Maia, a divine being that is associated with dreams and visions. Olorin is also known as Gandalf the Grey, one of the wizards in Tolkien's novels. Therefore, "Dreams" is the most fitting option as it represents the connection between the name "Olorin" and its association with dreams and visions.

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10. What does "Gandalf" mean?

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The name "Gandalf" is derived from Old Norse and means "wand-elf" or "elf of the wand." Therefore, all of the given options are correct as they represent different interpretations of the meaning of the name.

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What is the name of the author of the lord of the rings?
What does "istaris" mean
What was the original name of Gandalf?
Gandalf is said to be from which of the following immortal race?
Who gave him the name " Tharkûn "?
He is said to be the leader of the army of ____________
Which of the following is also his name?
What does " Tharkûn " mean?
What does "Olorin" mean?
What does "Gandalf" mean?
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