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    Who is the gray wizard in the Fellowship of the Ring?

    • Boromir
    • Frodo
    • Gandalf
    • Saruman
    • Smaug
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This quiz covers characters, places, and events from Tolkien's fictional world of Middle Earth. Questions start easy then get much more difficult. The quiz spans The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, The Silmarillion, and time periods in between.

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  • 2. 

    Who carries the One Ring the majority of the journey to Mount Doom?

    • Sam

    • Gandalf

    • Boromir

    • Frodo

    • Sauron

    Correct Answer
    A. Frodo
    Explanation
    Frodo carries the One Ring the majority of the journey to Mount Doom. Throughout the Lord of the Rings trilogy, Frodo is entrusted with the task of destroying the Ring and is accompanied by his loyal friend Sam. While other characters such as Gandalf, Boromir, and Sauron play important roles in the story, Frodo is the one who bears the burden of the Ring and carries it to its final destination in Mount Doom.

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  • 3. 

    What is Frodo's undershirt made of?

    • Iron

    • Diamonds

    • Silver-laced steel

    • Mithril

    • Mumakil

    Correct Answer
    A. Mithril
    Explanation
    Mithril is the correct answer because it is stated in J.R.R. Tolkien's novel "The Lord of the Rings" that Frodo's undershirt, also known as a coat of mail, is made of Mithril. Mithril is a fictional metal in the story that is known for its strength and lightness. It is highly sought after and valuable, making it a fitting material for Frodo's protective garment on his journey.

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  • 4. 

    Who is the Lord of the Rings?

    • Frodo

    • Aragorn

    • Denethor

    • Sauron

    • Isildur

    Correct Answer
    A. Sauron
    Explanation
    Sauron is the Lord of the Rings because he is the main antagonist in J.R.R. Tolkien's epic fantasy series. He created the One Ring and sought to use its power to conquer Middle-earth. Sauron's ultimate goal was to rule over all the races and establish himself as the supreme ruler. He is a powerful and malevolent being, and his influence is felt throughout the entire story.

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  • 5. 

    Isildur founded which kingdom?

    • Gondor

    • Numenor

    • Rohan

    • Mordor

    • Harad

    Correct Answer
    A. Gondor
    Explanation
    Isildur founded the kingdom of Gondor. Gondor is one of the major kingdoms in the fictional world of Middle-earth, created by J.R.R. Tolkien. Isildur was a character from the history of Middle-earth and he established Gondor along with his brother Anárion after the downfall of Númenor. Gondor became a powerful and prosperous kingdom, known for its great cities and military strength.

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  • 6. 

    How many Nazgul are there?

    • One

    • Three

    • Five

    • Seven

    • Nine

    Correct Answer
    A. Nine
    Explanation
    There are nine Nazgul.

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  • 7. 

    In ages past, Sauron was a subordinate.  Who was his evil master?

    • Gothmog

    • Melkor

    • Illuvatar

    • Ulmo

    • Manwe

    Correct Answer
    A. Melkor
    Explanation
    Sauron's evil master was Melkor. Melkor, also known as Morgoth, was the original Dark Lord and the most powerful Ainur (angelic beings) in J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth mythology. Sauron served under Melkor and became his most trusted lieutenant, carrying out his master's evil plans and spreading darkness and corruption throughout the land. Melkor's influence and teachings greatly shaped Sauron's own ambitions and desire for power.

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  • 8. 

    Elendil founded a northern kingdom similar to Gondor.  What is the name of this kingdom?

    • The Shire

    • Arnor

    • Rivendell

    • Dale

    • Lindon

    Correct Answer
    A. Arnor
    Explanation
    Elendil founded a northern kingdom called Arnor, which was similar to Gondor.

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  • 9. 

    How many rings of power are there?

    • One

    • Nine

    • Fifteen

    • Twenty

    • Thirty

    Correct Answer
    A. Twenty
    Explanation
    There are twenty rings of power.

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  • 10. 

    Elendil and his sons Isildur and Anarion escaped the destruction of which kingdom?

    • Harad

    • Gondor

    • Mordor

    • Numenor

    • Aman

    Correct Answer
    A. Numenor
    Explanation
    Elendil and his sons Isildur and Anarion escaped the destruction of Numenor. Numenor was a powerful kingdom of Men in J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth legendarium. It was destroyed by the Valar due to the pride and arrogance of its people. Elendil and his sons, along with a few faithful followers, managed to escape the cataclysm and establish the kingdoms of Gondor and Arnor in Middle-earth.

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  • 11. 

    Mordor was constantly at war with Gondor.  Sauron established an evil realm in the north to fight Elendil's northern kingdom.  What is the name of the evil kingdom?

    • Angmar

    • Mirkwood

    • Mordor

    • Moria

    • Harad

    Correct Answer
    A. Angmar
    Explanation
    Sauron established the evil kingdom of Angmar in the north to fight against Elendil's northern kingdom. This is evident from the given information that Mordor, the correct answer, was constantly at war with Gondor.

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  • 12. 

    How many Istari are there?

    • One

    • Three

    • Five

    • Seven

    • Nine

    Correct Answer
    A. Five
    Explanation
    The Istari are the wizards.

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  • 13. 

    What is the proper name of Weathertop?

    • Osgiliath

    • Amon Lhaw

    • Amon Sul

    • Minas Anor

    • Orthanc

    Correct Answer
    A. Amon Sul
    Explanation
    Amon Sul is the proper name of Weathertop. Weathertop is a hill located in the region of Eriador in J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth. It is also known as Amon Sul, which means "Hill of the Wind" in Sindarin, one of the Elven languages. Amon Sul was once a watchtower and a fortress of the kingdom of Arnor, but it was later abandoned and fell into ruin. In The Lord of the Rings, the hobbits Frodo and his companions are attacked by the Nazgûl at Weathertop, leading to a significant event in the story.

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  • 14. 

    During the first age, which object(s) were fought over constantly?

    • Rings of power

    • Magic cloaks

    • Exquisite jewels

    • Powerful swords

    • Unicorns

    Correct Answer
    A. Exquisite jewels
    Explanation
    Jewels, called Silmarils. I hope you didn't answer unicorns.

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  • 15. 

    Sauron shared the rank of lieutenant with:

    • Gothmog

    • Melkor

    • Draugluin

    • Carcharoth

    • Manwe

    Correct Answer
    A. Gothmog
    Explanation
    Sauron shared the rank of lieutenant with Gothmog. This means that both Sauron and Gothmog held the same level of authority or position within their organization or group. It suggests that they were equals in terms of their responsibilities and power.

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  • 16. 

    Minas Anor and Minas Ithil mean:

    • Tower of the Sun and Tower of the Moon

    • Tower of Fire and Tower of Ice

    • Tower of the Stars and Tower of the Sun

    • Tower of the Sun and Tower of the Stars

    • Tower of Ice and Tower of Fire

    Correct Answer
    A. Tower of the Sun and Tower of the Moon
    Explanation
    Minas Anor and Minas Ithil mean "Tower of the Sun" and "Tower of the Moon" respectively.

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  • 17. 

    Minas Anor and Minas Ithil were renamed:

    • Minas Tirith and Osgiliath

    • Osgiliath and Minas Tirith

    • Minas Tirith and Minas Morgul

    • Minas Morgul and Minas Tirith

    • Minas Morgul and Osgiliath

    Correct Answer
    A. Minas Tirith and Minas Morgul
    Explanation
    Minas Anor and Minas Ithil were renamed to Minas Tirith and Minas Morgul. This can be inferred from the given answer.

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  • 18. 

    Another name for Sauron's master is "Morgoth".  What is the name of Morgoth's fortress?

    • Thangorodrim

    • Angband

    • Angmar

    • Minas Morgul

    • Ungoliant

    Correct Answer
    A. Angband
    Explanation
    Morgoth's fortress is called Angband.

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  • 19. 

    How many palantiri are there?

    • One

    • Three

    • Five

    • Seven

    • Nine

    Correct Answer
    A. Seven
    Explanation
    The palantiri are the seeing stones.

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  • 20. 

    Tolkien seemed to have an affinity for a certain name.  In fact, he named three different characters this name.  What was the name?

    • Bill

    • Finarfin

    • Frodo

    • Turin

    • Tuor

    Correct Answer
    A. Bill
    Explanation
    Bill Huggins (The troll from the Hobbit), Bill Ferney (the bad guy from Bree), and Bill the Pony. Haha!

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  • 21. 

    Gandalf is the same type of being as:

    • Sauron

    • Saruman

    • The Balrog

    • All of the above

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    Gandalf is the same type of being as Sauron, Saruman, and the Balrog. This means that they all belong to the same category or species.

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  • 22. 

    Which of these did not bear the Ring on a chain necklace?              

    • Isildur

    • Frodo

    • Bilbo

    • Sam

    Correct Answer
    A. Isildur
    Explanation
    Among the characters listed — Isildur, Frodo, Bilbo, and Sam — Isildur is the one who did not bear the One Ring on a chain necklace. Isildur initially acquired the Ring by cutting it from Sauron's hand but he wore it on his finger rather than on a necklace. In contrast, Bilbo and Frodo both carried the Ring on a chain around their necks during their respective tenures as Ringbearers. Sam, who briefly carried the Ring, also did not wear it on a chain; he simply kept it in his possession for a short time before returning it to Frodo.

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  • 23. 

    How do the Nazgul track Frodo and company?

    • They are drawn to the Ring

    • They sniff him out

    • Their horses see for them in the daylight

    • All of the Above

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the Above
    Explanation
    The Nazgul track Frodo and company through multiple means. Firstly, they are drawn to the Ring, as it holds a powerful allure for them. Additionally, they are able to sniff out Frodo's scent, using their heightened senses. Lastly, their horses serve as their eyes during daylight, allowing them to spot and track Frodo and his companions. Therefore, all of the above options are correct explanations for how the Nazgul track Frodo and company.

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  • 24. 

    Ecthelion : Boromir :: Thengel : _________

    • Theoden

    • Eowyn

    • Eomer

    • Theodred

    • Denethor

    Correct Answer
    A. Theodred
    Explanation
    The relationship described in the analogy is between a father and his son. In the analogy:Ecthelion is the father of Denethor (Boromir's father), hence Ecthelion is to Boromir asThengel is the father of Théoden.Thus, the analogy completes with Thengel : Théoden, illustrating the father-son relationship.

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  • 25. 

    Which of these never assumed the form of a werewolf?

    • Carcharoth

    • Draugluin

    • Sauron

    • Beren

    • Huan

    Correct Answer
    A. Huan
    Explanation
    Sauron actually transformed into a wolf to fight Huan the dog.

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