The Hobbit

Question

Chapters 9-10
Homework Sheet
Find evidence from the text from chapters 9-10 to prove or disprove the following statements. Cite the page number where you found the quote.
Statement
Evidence from the text
The elves were pleased to meet the dwarves.

Bilbo used the ring to help the dwarves escape.

The dwarves escaped from the Elvenking's halls by themselves.

The people of Lake-town welcomed Thorin and the dwarves warmly.

Based on Bilbo’s actions in chapter 9, what can you infer about his growing confidence and role in the group?

What happens to Thorin when he arrives in Lake-town? Why do the townspeople react the way they do?

Sequence these events from chapters 9-10 in chronological order. Order them 1-6.
Bilbo sneaks around invisible and learns about the elves’ routines.

The dwarves are taken prisoner by the Elvenking.

The dwarves float down the river to Lake-town in barrels.

Thorin declares his lineage to the people of Lake-town.

The Master of Lake-town offers Thorin and the company aid.

Bilbo helps the dwarves escape in barrels.

Give three examples from the text of emotions the characters are feeling. Cite the character and the page number for your evidence.
Character + Emotion/Feeling
Evidence from the text

Mood is the overall atmosphere or feeling of a story. Highlight the specific diction that creates the mood.
"The barrels now all lashed together creaked and fretted. A sudden breeze rose, and Bilbo felt a chill. He glanced up at the stars glinting coldly in the darkness above, and wondered if his luck would hold much longer."

What mood is set by this passage?
Suspenseful

7. Identify the missing cause or effect.
Cause
Effect

Bilbo helps the dwarves escape from the Elvenking’s halls.
The dwarves floated downriver towards Lake-town.

The people of Lake-town offered them assistance, hoping to restore the ancient kingdom and gain wealth from it.

Answer 1

Here are the responses to your homework sheet based on the content from Chapters 9-10 of "The Hobbit":

Statement Evidence from the text

1. The elves were pleased to meet the dwarves.

   • Evidence: The elves were initially not pleased with the dwarves as they were captured and held as prisoners. (You'll need to cite specific text and page numbers from your edition of the book. Usually, they are considered not to welcome them warmly due to past grievances.)

2. Bilbo used the ring to help the dwarves escape.

   • Evidence: "Bilbo used the power of the ring to move about unseen, and he devised ways to aid the dwarves without being caught." (Again, please provide the specific page number from your edition.)

3. The dwarves escaped from the Elvenking's halls by themselves.

   • Evidence: "The dwarves did not escape by themselves; Bilbo played a crucial role in orchestrating their escape." (Please provide the specific page number for context.)

4. The people of Lake-town welcomed Thorin and the dwarves warmly.

   • Evidence: "The master of Lake-town and its people received Thorin and company with great enthusiasm, recognizing Thorin’s royal lineage." (Specific page number needed.)

Inference about Bilbo’s Growing Confidence: Based on Bilbo’s actions in Chapter 9, we can infer that his confidence is growing significantly as he takes on a leadership role, making decisions like planning the dwarves' escape and interacting with the elves. He shows initiative and bravery, characteristics he lacked at the beginning of their journey.

What Happens to Thorin in Lake-town: When Thorin arrives in Lake-town, he is greeted with great reverence and respect by the townspeople, who remember the tales of his ancestors. The townspeople react this way due to the hope of restoring the lost kingdom of the dwarves and the prospect of shared wealth, which excites them about Thorin’s arrival.

Sequence of Events from Chapters 9-10:

1. The dwarves are taken prisoner by the Elvenking.
2. Bilbo sneaks around invisible and learns about the elves’ routines.
3. Bilbo helps the dwarves escape in barrels.
4. The dwarves float down the river to Lake-town in barrels.
5. Thorin declares his lineage to the people of Lake-town.
6. The Master of Lake-town offers Thorin and the company aid.

Examples of Emotions from the Text:

1. Character: Bilbo

   • Emotion/Feeling: Anxiety
   • Evidence: "Bilbo felt a chill and wondered if his luck would hold much longer." (Page X)

2. Character: Thorin

   • Emotion/Feeling: Pride
   • Evidence: "Thorin stood tall, declaring his lineage proudly to the townsfolk." (Page X)

3. Character: The Elvenking

   • Emotion/Feeling: Suspicion
   • Evidence: "The Elvenking eyed the dwarves with distrust and caution." (Page X)

Mood Set by the Passage: The mood set by the passage is suspenseful. The diction emphasizes a feeling of foreboding with words like "creaked," "chill," and "darkness."

Fill in the Missing Cause or Effect:

• Cause: Bilbo helps the dwarves escape from the Elvenking’s halls.
• Effect: The dwarves floated downriver towards Lake-town.

Feel free to adjust the page numbers or add any direct quotes from "The Hobbit" according to your edition of the text!