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

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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.

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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... see morespans The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, The Silmarillion, and time periods in between. see less

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

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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?

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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?

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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?

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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?

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There are nine Nazgul.

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

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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?

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Elendil founded a northern kingdom called Arnor, which was similar to Gondor.

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9. How many rings of power are there?

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There are twenty rings of power.

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

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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?

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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?

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The Istari are the wizards.

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13. What is the proper name of Weathertop?

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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?

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Jewels, called Silmarils. I hope you didn't answer unicorns.

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15. Sauron shared the rank of lieutenant with:

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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:

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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:

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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?

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Morgoth's fortress is called Angband.

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19. How many palantiri are there?

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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?

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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:

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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?              

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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?

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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 : _________

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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 as
Thengel 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?

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In The Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien, during the story of Beren and Lúthien, Sauron—then a powerful sorcerer and servant of Morgoth—shapeshifted into various fearsome forms while battling Huan, the great hound of Valinor. One of these forms was a monstrous wolf. Despite his transformations, Sauron was ultimately defeated by Huan. This moment is significant in Tolkien’s legendarium as it demonstrates the limits of Sauron’s power in the face of fated prophecy and divine aid, which Huan represented.

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Who is the gray wizard in the Fellowship of the Ring?
Who carries the One Ring the majority of the journey to Mount Doom?
What is Frodo's undershirt made of?
Who is the Lord of the Rings?
Isildur founded which kingdom?
How many Nazgul are there?
In ages past, Sauron was a subordinate.  Who was his evil master?
Elendil founded a northern kingdom similar to Gondor.  What is...
How many rings of power are there?
Elendil and his sons Isildur and Anarion escaped the destruction of...
Mordor was constantly at war with Gondor.  Sauron established an...
How many Istari are there?
What is the proper name of Weathertop?
During the first age, which object(s) were fought over constantly?
Sauron shared the rank of lieutenant with:
Minas Anor and Minas Ithil mean:
Minas Anor and Minas Ithil were renamed:
Another name for Sauron's master is "Morgoth".  What is the name...
How many palantiri are there?
Tolkien seemed to have an affinity for a certain name.  In fact,...
Gandalf is the same type of being as:
Which of these did not bear the Ring on a chain necklace? ...
How do the Nazgul track Frodo and company?
Ecthelion : Boromir :: Thengel : _________
Which of these never assumed the form of a werewolf?
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