Lord Of The Rings Middle Earth Quiz
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.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Who is the gray wizard in the Fellowship of the Ring?
- A.
Boromir
- B.
Frodo
- C.
Gandalf
- D.
Saruman
- E.
Smaug
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C. GandalfExplanation
Gandalf is the gray wizard in the Fellowship of the Ring. He is a wise and powerful wizard who plays a crucial role in guiding and protecting the members of the fellowship on their journey to destroy the One Ring. Gandalf is known for his gray robes and long gray beard, which distinguish him as the gray wizard. He is a trusted and respected member of the fellowship and is instrumental in their success in their mission.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Who carries the One Ring the majority of the journey to Mount Doom?
- A.
Sam
- B.
Gandalf
- C.
Boromir
- D.
Frodo
- E.
Sauron
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D. FrodoExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 3.
How do the Nazgul track Frodo and company?
- A.
They are drawn to the Ring
- B.
They sniff him out
- C.
Their horses see for them in the daylight
- D.
All of the Above
- E.
None of the above
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D. All of the AboveExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Who is the Lord of the Rings?
- A.
Frodo
- B.
Aragorn
- C.
Denethor
- D.
Sauron
- E.
Isildur
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D. SauronExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What is Frodo's undershirt made of?
- A.
Iron
- B.
Diamonds
- C.
Silver-laced steel
- D.
Mithril
- E.
Mumakil
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D. MithrilExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 6.
How many rings of power are there?
- A.
One
- B.
Nine
- C.
Fifteen
- D.
Twenty
- E.
Thirty
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D. TwentyExplanation
There are twenty rings of power.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Which of these did not bear the Ring on a chain necklace?
- A.
Isildur
- B.
Frodo
- C.
Bilbo
- D.
Sam
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D. SamExplanation
Sam (Samwise Gamgee) did not bear the Ring on a chain necklace in The Lord of the Rings (LoR). In J.R.R. Tolkien's LoR series, the One Ring was primarily worn on a chain necklace by Frodo Baggins, who inherited it from his uncle Bilbo Baggins. Before them, the Ring was in the possession of Gollum, who referred to it as "my precious." The Ring originally belonged to the Dark Lord Sauron, who created it to control the other Rings of Power. Samwise Gamgee, a loyal friend of Frodo, supported him in his quest to destroy the Ring. While Sam did briefly carry the Ring when he thought Frodo was dead in "The Two Towers," he did not wear it on a chain necklace. Instead, he held it in his hand. Later, when Frodo was captured by orcs, Sam took the Ring to rescue Frodo but still did not wear it on a necklace.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Elendil and his sons Isildur and Anarion escaped the destruction of which kingdom?
- A.
Harad
- B.
Gondor
- C.
Mordor
- D.
Numenor
- E.
Aman
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D. NumenorExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Isildur founded which kingdom?
- A.
Gondor
- B.
Numenor
- C.
Rohan
- D.
Mordor
- E.
Harad
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A. GondorExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 10.
How many Istari are there?
- A.
One
- B.
Three
- C.
Five
- D.
Seven
- E.
Nine
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C. FiveExplanation
The Istari are the wizards.Rate this question:
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- 11.
How many Nazgul are there?
- A.
One
- B.
Three
- C.
Five
- D.
Seven
- E.
Nine
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E. NineExplanation
There are nine Nazgul.Rate this question:
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- 12.
How many palantiri are there?
- A.
One
- B.
Three
- C.
Five
- D.
Seven
- E.
Nine
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D. SevenExplanation
The palantiri are the seeing stones.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Elendil founded a northern kingdom similar to Gondor. What is the name of this kingdom?
- A.
The Shire
- B.
Arnor
- C.
Rivendell
- D.
Dale
- E.
Lindon
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B. ArnorExplanation
Elendil founded a northern kingdom called Arnor, which was similar to Gondor.Rate this question:
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- 14.
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?
- A.
Angmar
- B.
Mirkwood
- C.
Mordor
- D.
Moria
- E.
Harad
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A. AngmarExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 15.
What is the proper name of Weathertop?
- A.
Osgiliath
- B.
Amon Lhaw
- C.
Amon Sul
- D.
Minas Anor
- E.
Orthanc
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C. Amon SulExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Minas Anor and Minas Ithil mean:
- A.
Tower of the Sun and Tower of the Moon
- B.
Tower of Fire and Tower of Ice
- C.
Tower of the Stars and Tower of the Sun
- D.
Tower of the Sun and Tower of the Stars
- E.
Tower of Ice and Tower of Fire
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A. Tower of the Sun and Tower of the MoonExplanation
Minas Anor and Minas Ithil mean "Tower of the Sun" and "Tower of the Moon" respectively.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Minas Anor and Minas Ithil were renamed:
- A.
Minas Tirith and Osgiliath
- B.
Osgiliath and Minas Tirith
- C.
Minas Tirith and Minas Morgul
- D.
Minas Morgul and Minas Tirith
- E.
Minas Morgul and Osgiliath
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C. Minas Tirith and Minas MorgulExplanation
Minas Anor and Minas Ithil were renamed to Minas Tirith and Minas Morgul. This can be inferred from the given answer.Rate this question:
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Ecthelion : Boromir :: Thengel : _________
- A.
Theoden
- B.
Eowyn
- C.
Eomer
- D.
Theodred
- E.
Denethor
Correct Answer
D. TheodredExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 19.
In ages past, Sauron was a subordinate. Who was his evil master?
- A.
Gothmog
- B.
Melkor
- C.
Illuvatar
- D.
Ulmo
- E.
Manwe
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B. MelkorExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 20.
Sauron shared the rank of lieutenant with:
- A.
Gothmog
- B.
Melkor
- C.
Draugluin
- D.
Carcharoth
- E.
Manwe
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A. GothmogExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 21.
Another name for Sauron's master is "Morgoth". What is the name of Morgoth's fortress?
- A.
Thangorodrim
- B.
Angband
- C.
Angmar
- D.
Minas Morgul
- E.
Ungoliant
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B. AngbandExplanation
Morgoth's fortress is called Angband.Rate this question:
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- 22.
During the first age, which object(s) were fought over constantly?
- A.
Rings of power
- B.
Magic cloaks
- C.
Exquisite jewels
- D.
Powerful swords
- E.
Unicorns
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C. Exquisite jewelsExplanation
Jewels, called Silmarils. I hope you didn't answer unicorns.Rate this question:
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- 23.
Gandalf is the same type of being as:
- A.
Sauron
- B.
Saruman
- C.
The Balrog
- D.
All of the above
- E.
None of the above
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D. All of the aboveExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 24.
Which of these never assumed the form of a werewolf?
- A.
Carcharoth
- B.
Draugluin
- C.
Sauron
- D.
Beren
- E.
Huan
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E. HuanExplanation
Sauron actually transformed into a wolf to fight Huan the dog.Rate this question:
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- 25.
Tolkien seemed to have an affinity for a certain name. In fact, he named three different characters this name. What was the name?
- A.
Bill
- B.
Finarfin
- C.
Frodo
- D.
Turin
- E.
Tuor
Correct Answer
A. BillExplanation
Bill Huggins (The troll from the Hobbit), Bill Ferney (the bad guy from Bree), and Bill the Pony. Haha!Rate this question:
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