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The Watcher in the Water 06-25-2001 07:24 PM
The Silmarilion Quiz #2
 
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This thread was closed a while ago so i thought I would continue it on (hope no-one minds) with the last asked question... which was-

What was the deed for which Isuldir was renowned?

The road goes ever on...</p>

Telchar 06-25-2001 11:41 PM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

rescuing a sampling of the white tree in the Kings court.

Anar kaluva tielyanna!</p>

The Watcher in the Water 06-26-2001 05:41 PM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

I was thinking more along the lines of the removal of Saurons hand but i didnt originally ask the question so I cant really judge. Therefore i propose you carry on with the questioning! Deal? <img src=smile.gif ALT=":)">

The road goes ever on...</p>

Telchar 06-26-2001 11:03 PM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

Actually it was a fruit from the tree, and Im not at all sure Im correct... stil we have to go on <img src=smile.gif ALT=":)">

If we shall belive the tales, who is the only man to be counted among the elder race?

Anar kaluva tielyanna!</p>

Odysseus819 06-27-2001 04:49 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

Tuor?

By practice taught, I have learned patience, having much endured/ By tempest and in battle both. Come then This evil also! I am well prepared.</p>

Telchar 06-27-2001 05:18 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

Indeed . go on!

Anar kaluva tielyanna!</p>

Odysseus819 06-28-2001 04:57 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

Who were described as &quot; a desperate band that could not escape and would not yield&quot;?

By practice taught, I have learned patience, having much endured/ By tempest and in battle both. Come then This evil also! I am well prepared.</p>

Telchar 06-28-2001 06:39 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

Barahir and Co. ?

Anar kaluva tielyanna!</p>

Odysseus819 06-28-2001 07:49 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

Correct, Telchar.

By practice taught, I have learned patience, having much endured/ By tempest and in battle both. Come then This evil also! I am well prepared.</p>

Telchar 06-28-2001 11:29 PM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

In Vala Quenta, in the section about the Maiar, six different Maiar is named by name, who?

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Theodred21 06-29-2001 06:50 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

Ilmare, Varda's handmaid; Eonwe, the herald of Manwe; Osse and Uinen, vassals of Ulmo; Melian and Olorin(Gandalf), both of whom would dwell in Middle-Earth!

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Theodred21 07-01-2001 08:47 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

Telchar?!

...he heard Theodred's great voice cry "To me, Eorlingas!"</p>

Telchar 07-02-2001 12:01 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

Correct! Sorry about the delay - Im not online in the weekends...! (yet)

Anar kaluva tielyanna!</p>

Theodred21 07-02-2001 04:44 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

Who was &quot;Camlost&quot; ?

...he heard Theodred's great voice cry "To me, Eorlingas!"</p>

Telchar 07-02-2001 05:29 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

Meaning Empty Handed? That was Beren!

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Theodred21 07-02-2001 05:41 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

Yes it was Beren, he also had another nick-name Erchamion meaning &quot;One-handed&quot;. Go on.

...he heard Theodred's great voice cry "To me, Eorlingas!"</p>

Telchar 07-02-2001 05:48 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

What was Belthronding?

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Theodred21 07-02-2001 05:51 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

The bow of Beleg Strongbow.

...he heard Theodred's great voice cry "To me, Eorlingas!"</p>

Telchar 07-02-2001 05:59 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

Correct

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Theodred21 07-02-2001 06:02 AM
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Where was Denethor of the Nandor slain?

...he heard Theodred's great voice cry "To me, Eorlingas!"</p>

Telchar 07-02-2001 06:07 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

Amon Ereb

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Theodred21 07-02-2001 06:08 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

Exactly. <img src=smile.gif ALT=":)">

...he heard Theodred's great voice cry "To me, Eorlingas!"</p>

Telchar 07-02-2001 06:11 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

What was the name of the woman that caused (unwillingly) the death of Barahir?

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Theodred21 07-02-2001 06:14 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

Eilenil, the wife of one of his men, Gorlim, who was tricked into revealing Barahir's hideout, for the thought of seeing her again.

...he heard Theodred's great voice cry "To me, Eorlingas!"</p>

Telchar 07-02-2001 06:18 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

Ohh yes

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Theodred21 07-02-2001 06:23 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

Who was Lorien's wife?

...he heard Theodred's great voice cry "To me, Eorlingas!"</p>

Telchar 07-02-2001 06:24 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

Estë

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Theodred21 07-02-2001 06:28 AM
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Right as always Telchar <img src=smile.gif ALT=":)">

...he heard Theodred's great voice cry "To me, Eorlingas!"</p>

Telchar 07-02-2001 06:30 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

Who wrought the horns of Ulmo?

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Theodred21 07-02-2001 06:34 AM
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The horns, or Ulumuri, were wrought by Salmar.

...he heard Theodred's great voice cry "To me, Eorlingas!"</p>

Telchar 07-02-2001 06:35 AM
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Yes indeed - good ol' Salmar!

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Theodred21 07-02-2001 06:39 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

Who was the High King of the Noldor in Middle-Earth, when Fingon was slain?

...he heard Theodred's great voice cry "To me, Eorlingas!"</p>

Telchar 07-02-2001 06:48 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

Turgon

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Theodred21 07-02-2001 04:11 PM
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Right!!! <img src=cool.gif ALT="8)">

...he heard Theodred's great voice cry "To me, Eorlingas!"</p>

Telchar 07-03-2001 01:45 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

What kind of birds did Beren see in his dream?

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Beregond 07-03-2001 06:07 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

Were they Eagles?

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Telchar 07-03-2001 07:02 AM
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no...

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Odysseus819 07-03-2001 08:17 AM
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Carrion-birds, with their beaks dripping blood.

Another excellent passage from &quot;Beren &amp; Luthien&quot;, which is my favorite part of The Silmarillion.

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Telchar 07-03-2001 08:29 AM
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Correct <img src=cool.gif ALT="8)">

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Odysseus819 07-03-2001 10:01 AM
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<img src="http://www.barrowdowns.com/images/posticons/bluepal.jpg" align=absmiddle> Re: The Silmarilion Quiz #2

What was Thorondor's wing-span, in feet?

Extra credit -- what linguistic (or etymological) pun does JRRT make in describing Thorondor's wing-span?

Don't be precise, and don't worry.</p>


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