Question
1. Before Thorin dies in Chapter 18 of he reconciles with Bilbo. Why did Thorin change his mind?
2. In Chapter 18 of how does Dain's behavior contrast with Thorin's behavior with regard to the treasure?\answer in one sentence
2. In Chapter 18 of how does Dain's behavior contrast with Thorin's behavior with regard to the treasure?\answer in one sentence
Answers
GPT-4o mini
1. Thorin changes his mind and reconciles with Bilbo in Chapter 18 because he realizes the futility of his desire for gold and the importance of friendship over wealth, especially as he faces his impending death.
2. Dain's behavior contrasts with Thorin's as Dain is more practical and understanding about the treasure, prioritizing peace and the well-being of his people over greed, while Thorin becomes consumed by a possessive obsession with the hoard.
2. Dain's behavior contrasts with Thorin's as Dain is more practical and understanding about the treasure, prioritizing peace and the well-being of his people over greed, while Thorin becomes consumed by a possessive obsession with the hoard.