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Musnud · 07-30-2002, 03:37 PM

This is a thread stictly for trivia questions concerning the Hobbit. Knowledge of Tolkien's other works should not be necessary to answer any trivia in this thread. So, without further ado, here's the first question:

You've invited Kili and Fili over to your place for brunch. You set out a large meal of eggs, bacon, sausages, ham, biscuits, and pancakes for them to eat. They both seem very grateful. However, when you serve them both something to drink, Fili responds with a huff, "Uggh! I can't drink this!"

What did you serve Fili to make him respond so harshly?

Lothiriel Silmarien · 07-30-2002, 03:46 PM

This is a cool idea. I'd have to get my book, but right now I don't have it. I'll post later with the answer if someone doesn't before me!

Rose, the youngest · 07-30-2002, 06:30 PM

is it apple cider?

Musnud · 07-30-2002, 07:38 PM

Rose has it!

I also would have accepted Apple Juice.

Your turn, Rose.

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Musnud · 08-01-2002, 10:30 AM

Well, since Rose hasn't posted in a couple of days, I'd say it's anyone's turn.

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suicidal elf chick · 08-02-2002, 03:20 AM

Can I go? Here's my question, though it's easy. Where was Smaug's weak spot? I can't remember it, but I'm pretty sure my guess is correct.

Legolas · 08-02-2002, 08:36 AM

The left side of his chest.

Quote:

"Old fool! Why there is a large patch in the hollow of his left breast as bare as a snail out of its shell!"

Lady_Báin · 08-02-2002, 03:42 PM

well since you are right any way why don't you just go?

Legolas · 08-02-2002, 03:48 PM

Because you just wait for acknowledgement. That's how all of the threads are. If the poser of the question does not return for a few days, I'll go ahead.

Rose, the youngest · 08-02-2002, 06:34 PM

I am so stupid; I missed my turn. I swear, I am loosing it. I will do better next time!

Musnud · 08-03-2002, 12:36 AM

As starter of this thread, let me make some clarifications.

1)If you have the correct answer (and have been told so) but fail to post a question in two days time, it's up for grabs.

2) Please wait for acknowledgment of your answer before posting a new question.

3) If acknowledgement is not received in two days and you can provide evidence that your answer is correct (i.e. direct passages from the book), you may go ahead and post a new question.

4) The questioner may give hints at his/her discretion.

5) The person who answered the question correctly may pass his/her turn on to somebody else, if he/she desires.

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Telephirion · 08-03-2002, 09:17 AM

Musnud: I recognize your signature as a quote from the wandering man at the beginning of Timeline! I'm looking forward to the movie adaptation which should be released some time this year, and which was filmed in Montreal, Canada!

Legolas · 08-03-2002, 04:18 PM

My question then.

What was the elvenking's weakness?

Arwen Imladris · 08-03-2002, 06:26 PM

Wine?

Musnud · 08-04-2002, 10:27 PM

A desire for wealth...

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Telephirion, I just finished the book, and I was duly impressed. I'm also looking forward to the movie next year.

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suicidal elf chick · 08-05-2002, 04:54 AM

I'm pretty sure Arwen Imladris was right, but we've got to wait for the other dude, don't we?

Telchar · 08-05-2002, 04:58 AM

We do!!!

Legolas · 08-07-2002, 11:42 PM

Wealth is okay...I'll take it.

I was really looking for something about treasures.

Quote:

If the elf-king had a weakness it was for treasure, especially for silver and white gems; and though his hoard was rich, he was ever eager for more, since he had not yet as great a treasure as other elf-lords of old.

Musnud · 08-09-2002, 03:01 PM

Okay, let's see....

Bilbo decided to invite Gollum over for tea and scones on a Tuesday afternoon.
So he ambled over to Proudfoot & Hornblower's Telegraph Services to send the invitation to Gollum's little cubby hole inside the Misty Mountains.
After receiving a message in return concerning something about "being delighted" and "talk about precious things," Bilbo returned to Bag End. As he entered his front door, he mumbled to himself, "I must write this down, so I don't forget."

Where did Bilbo decide to write down this get-together with Gollum?

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suicidal elf chick · 08-09-2002, 06:21 PM

His calendar! At least, I'm sure that was right, without looking at the book.

Beren87 · 08-11-2002, 04:34 PM

Nope,
Teh answer is his engagement table.

suicidal elf chick · 08-11-2002, 06:07 PM

Bah, whatever. I knew it was somethin like that...

Musnud · 08-13-2002, 10:40 AM

Beren87 is correct. Your turn, Beren!

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suicidal elf chick · 08-15-2002, 03:08 AM

Bah on you all.

Legolas · 08-19-2002, 08:14 PM

In his farewell, Thranduil gives a wish to Gandalf that he appear when '______ and ______'

Fill in the blanks.

The Rip Designs Dude · 08-20-2002, 11:40 AM

I don't think it was your turn. In fact, I'm sure it's not your turn. Very sure.

Orome · 08-20-2002, 12:58 PM

yeah it is his turn cause there was no post for a week

anyhoo the answer is:may you ever appear where you are most needed and least expected

Legolas · 08-22-2002, 09:53 PM

Yes, Orome. Please proceed.

The Rip Designs Dude, please tend to your own business and observe the general rules of the forum before chastising one who has spent much more time here than you have.

Orome · 08-23-2002, 09:36 AM

ok what did Beorn call Bilbo?

Kaze · 08-23-2002, 12:06 PM

Was it 'little bunny'?

Orome · 08-23-2002, 06:48 PM

correct. your go

Kaze · 08-24-2002, 10:27 AM

This is probably simple, but I can't think of much else--

Why couldn't Bilbo see the edge of Mirkwood when he climbed the tree?

Nilwen · 08-24-2002, 11:57 AM

Was it foggy? I can't remember. [img]smilies/rolleyes.gif[/img]

Kaze · 08-24-2002, 02:06 PM

Nope. It wasn't foggy.

Mirkgirl · 08-24-2002, 02:59 PM

Even tho they were almost in the end of the wood, the tree was in the lowest spot in the surronding area (something like the bottom of a bowl) and it created the illusion that the end of the wood wasn't in sight

Kaze · 08-24-2002, 03:19 PM

Yep, Mirkgirl got it.

Mirkgirl · 08-24-2002, 04:16 PM

I haven't read The Hobbit soon so the best I can think of:

What was Bilbo's present for Thranduil and why did he make it?

Kaze · 08-24-2002, 10:08 PM

The gift was a pearl-and-silver necklace, and it was in return for the food that Bilbo took.

Mirkgirl · 08-25-2002, 12:43 AM

Yep, that's it. Your turn

Kaze · 08-25-2002, 09:45 AM

Another probably easy one:
What did Bilbo find in William's pocket?

07-30-2002, 03:37 PM	#1
Musnud Pile O'Bones Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 15	The Hobbit Trivia This is a thread stictly for trivia questions concerning the Hobbit. Knowledge of Tolkien's other works should not be necessary to answer any trivia in this thread. So, without further ado, here's the first question: You've invited Kili and Fili over to your place for brunch. You set out a large meal of eggs, bacon, sausages, ham, biscuits, and pancakes for them to eat. They both seem very grateful. However, when you serve them both something to drink, Fili responds with a huff, "Uggh! I can't drink this!" What did you serve Fili to make him respond so harshly? __________________ Quantum foam makes me roam...

07-30-2002, 03:46 PM	#2
Lothiriel Silmarien Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: New York Posts: 829	This is a cool idea. I'd have to get my book, but right now I don't have it. I'll post later with the answer if someone doesn't before me! __________________ Si vanwa na Romello vanwa Valimar!~~ ~~Now lost, lost to those from the East is Valimar! My LotR page

07-30-2002, 06:30 PM	#3
Rose, the youngest Pile O'Bones Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: here, for now. Posts: 25	is it apple cider? __________________ here in the realms of fantacy do i find my only escape from the harsh realities of the real world.

07-30-2002, 07:38 PM	#4
Musnud Pile O'Bones Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 15	Rose has it! I also would have accepted Apple Juice. Your turn, Rose. [img]smilies/biggrin.gif[/img] __________________ Quantum foam makes me roam...

08-01-2002, 10:30 AM	#5
Musnud Pile O'Bones Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 15	Well, since Rose hasn't posted in a couple of days, I'd say it's anyone's turn. [img]smilies/biggrin.gif[/img] __________________ Quantum foam makes me roam...

08-02-2002, 03:20 AM	#6
suicidal elf chick Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Inu-Yasha's home, next to him Posts: 304	Can I go? Here's my question, though it's easy. Where was Smaug's weak spot? I can't remember it, but I'm pretty sure my guess is correct. __________________ "Feeling like a freak on a leash, feeling like I have no release. How many times have I felt diseased? Nothing in my life is free, is free.... Sometimes I cannot take this place, sometimes it's my life I can taste." - Korn 'Freak on a Leash' Who are you?

08-02-2002, 03:42 PM	#8
Lady_Báin Wight Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Peterborough, England Posts: 250	well since you are right any way why don't you just go? __________________ pæling.

08-02-2002, 03:48 PM	#9
Legolas A Northern Soul Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Valinor Posts: 1,847	Because you just wait for acknowledgement. That's how all of the threads are. If the poser of the question does not return for a few days, I'll go ahead. __________________ ...take counsel with thyself, and remember who and what thou art.

08-02-2002, 06:34 PM	#10
Rose, the youngest Pile O'Bones Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: here, for now. Posts: 25	I am so stupid; I missed my turn. I swear, I am loosing it. I will do better next time! __________________ here in the realms of fantacy do i find my only escape from the harsh realities of the real world.

08-03-2002, 12:36 AM	#11
Musnud Pile O'Bones Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 15	As starter of this thread, let me make some clarifications. 1)If you have the correct answer (and have been told so) but fail to post a question in two days time, it's up for grabs. 2) Please wait for acknowledgment of your answer before posting a new question. 3) If acknowledgement is not received in two days and you can provide evidence that your answer is correct (i.e. direct passages from the book), you may go ahead and post a new question. 4) The questioner may give hints at his/her discretion. 5) The person who answered the question correctly may pass his/her turn on to somebody else, if he/she desires. [img]smilies/cool.gif[/img] __________________ Quantum foam makes me roam...

08-03-2002, 09:17 AM	#12
Telephirion Pile O'Bones Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Canada Posts: 11	Musnud: I recognize your signature as a quote from the wandering man at the beginning of Timeline! I'm looking forward to the movie adaptation which should be released some time this year, and which was filmed in Montreal, Canada! __________________ Telephirion

08-03-2002, 04:18 PM	#13
Legolas A Northern Soul Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Valinor Posts: 1,847	My question then. What was the elvenking's weakness? __________________ ...take counsel with thyself, and remember who and what thou art.

08-03-2002, 06:26 PM	#14
Arwen Imladris Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: In a box with a fox Posts: 1,347	Wine? __________________ "Wake up! Wake up! Wake up, sleepies, we must go, yes, we must go at once."

08-04-2002, 10:27 PM	#15
Musnud Pile O'Bones Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 15	A desire for wealth... ----------- Telephirion, I just finished the book, and I was duly impressed. I'm also looking forward to the movie next year. [img]smilies/biggrin.gif[/img] __________________ Quantum foam makes me roam...

08-05-2002, 04:54 AM	#16
suicidal elf chick Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Inu-Yasha's home, next to him Posts: 304	I'm pretty sure Arwen Imladris was right, but we've got to wait for the other dude, don't we? __________________ "Feeling like a freak on a leash, feeling like I have no release. How many times have I felt diseased? Nothing in my life is free, is free.... Sometimes I cannot take this place, sometimes it's my life I can taste." - Korn 'Freak on a Leash' Who are you?

08-05-2002, 04:58 AM	#17
Telchar Stonehearted Dwarf Smith Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Copenhagen, Denmark Posts: 2,247	We do!!! __________________ Anar Kaluva Tielyanna.

08-09-2002, 03:01 PM	#19
Musnud Pile O'Bones Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 15	Okay, let's see.... Bilbo decided to invite Gollum over for tea and scones on a Tuesday afternoon. So he ambled over to Proudfoot & Hornblower's Telegraph Services to send the invitation to Gollum's little cubby hole inside the Misty Mountains. After receiving a message in return concerning something about "being delighted" and "talk about precious things," Bilbo returned to Bag End. As he entered his front door, he mumbled to himself, "I must write this down, so I don't forget." Where did Bilbo decide to write down this get-together with Gollum? [ August 09, 2002: Message edited by: Musnud ] __________________ Quantum foam makes me roam...

08-09-2002, 06:21 PM	#20
suicidal elf chick Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Inu-Yasha's home, next to him Posts: 304	His calendar! At least, I'm sure that was right, without looking at the book. __________________ "Feeling like a freak on a leash, feeling like I have no release. How many times have I felt diseased? Nothing in my life is free, is free.... Sometimes I cannot take this place, sometimes it's my life I can taste." - Korn 'Freak on a Leash' Who are you?

08-11-2002, 04:34 PM	#21
Beren87 Master of the Secret Fire Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Between fire and ice, death and life Posts: 2,241	Nope, Teh answer is his engagement table.

08-11-2002, 06:07 PM	#22
suicidal elf chick Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Inu-Yasha's home, next to him Posts: 304	Bah, whatever. I knew it was somethin like that... __________________ "Feeling like a freak on a leash, feeling like I have no release. How many times have I felt diseased? Nothing in my life is free, is free.... Sometimes I cannot take this place, sometimes it's my life I can taste." - Korn 'Freak on a Leash' Who are you?

08-13-2002, 10:40 AM	#23
Musnud Pile O'Bones Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 15	Beren87 is correct. Your turn, Beren! [img]smilies/biggrin.gif[/img] __________________ Quantum foam makes me roam...

08-15-2002, 03:08 AM	#24
suicidal elf chick Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Inu-Yasha's home, next to him Posts: 304	Bah on you all. __________________ "Feeling like a freak on a leash, feeling like I have no release. How many times have I felt diseased? Nothing in my life is free, is free.... Sometimes I cannot take this place, sometimes it's my life I can taste." - Korn 'Freak on a Leash' Who are you?

08-19-2002, 08:14 PM	#25
Legolas A Northern Soul Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Valinor Posts: 1,847	In his farewell, Thranduil gives a wish to Gandalf that he appear when '______ and ______' Fill in the blanks. __________________ ...take counsel with thyself, and remember who and what thou art.

08-20-2002, 11:40 AM	#26
The Rip Designs Dude Pile O'Bones Join Date: Aug 2002 Posts: 22	I don't think it was your turn. In fact, I'm sure it's not your turn. Very sure. __________________ ~Hobbit lad name for The Rip Designs Dude~ Pippin Took from Buckland

08-20-2002, 12:58 PM	#27
Orome Wight Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 195	yeah it is his turn cause there was no post for a week anyhoo the answer is:may you ever appear where you are most needed and least expected

08-22-2002, 09:53 PM	#28
Legolas A Northern Soul Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Valinor Posts: 1,847	Yes, Orome. Please proceed. The Rip Designs Dude, please tend to your own business and observe the general rules of the forum before chastising one who has spent much more time here than you have. __________________ ...take counsel with thyself, and remember who and what thou art.

08-23-2002, 09:36 AM	#29
Orome Wight Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 195	ok what did Beorn call Bilbo?

08-23-2002, 12:06 PM	#30
Kaze Haunting Spirit Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 54	Was it 'little bunny'? __________________ Disbelief in magic can force a poor soul into believing in government and business.

08-23-2002, 06:48 PM	#31
Orome Wight Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 195	correct. your go

08-24-2002, 10:27 AM	#32
Kaze Haunting Spirit Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 54	This is probably simple, but I can't think of much else-- Why couldn't Bilbo see the edge of Mirkwood when he climbed the tree? __________________ Disbelief in magic can force a poor soul into believing in government and business.

08-24-2002, 11:57 AM	#33
Nilwen Haunting Spirit Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Fangorn Posts: 82	Was it foggy? I can't remember. [img]smilies/rolleyes.gif[/img] __________________ "It's a shortcut, it's supposed to be hard... if it was easy it would be 'the way'."

08-24-2002, 02:06 PM	#34
Kaze Haunting Spirit Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 54	Nope. It wasn't foggy. __________________ Disbelief in magic can force a poor soul into believing in government and business.

08-24-2002, 02:59 PM	#35
Mirkgirl Haunting Spirit Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Germany Posts: 84	Even tho they were almost in the end of the wood, the tree was in the lowest spot in the surronding area (something like the bottom of a bowl) and it created the illusion that the end of the wood wasn't in sight __________________ "Hobbits! Well, what next? I have heard of strange doings in this land, but I have seldom heard of a hobbit sleeping out of doors under a tree. Three of them! There's something mighty queer behind this."

08-24-2002, 03:19 PM	#36
Kaze Haunting Spirit Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 54	Yep, Mirkgirl got it. __________________ Disbelief in magic can force a poor soul into believing in government and business.

08-24-2002, 04:16 PM	#37
Mirkgirl Haunting Spirit Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Germany Posts: 84	I haven't read The Hobbit soon so the best I can think of: What was Bilbo's present for Thranduil and why did he make it? __________________ "Hobbits! Well, what next? I have heard of strange doings in this land, but I have seldom heard of a hobbit sleeping out of doors under a tree. Three of them! There's something mighty queer behind this."