The 'Lord of the Rings: Test of the Trilogy' Quiz

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The 'Lord of the Rings: Test of the Trilogy'  Quiz
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Are you a fan of Middle-Earth? Test your knowledge of the 'Lord of the Rings' trilogy with this fun and challenging quiz by Sarah Gleim. From the Shire to Mordor, see if you can master the ring and prove your expertise in all things Tolkien.

Search through the world of hobbits, elves, dwarves, and orcs as you answer questions about the people, places, and races of J.R.R. Tolkien's epic saga. Whether you're a casual viewer or a die-hard fan, this quiz will put your knowledge to the test and have you feeling like a true wizard of Middle-Earth.

So grab your cloak and sword, tune in to your favorite TV, film, or music soundtrack, and prepare for an adventure like no other. Take on The lord of the rings quiz and see if you have what it takes to rule them all!

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Who said it? "Nine companions. So be it. You shall be the fellowship of the ring."
Gandalf
Pippin
Elrond
True or false? Two wizards were sent to help the people of Middle Earth.
true
false
Who wields the sword Orcrist in "The Hobbit"?
Thorin
Gandalf
Florin

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In "Fellowship of the Ring," what gift does Lady Galadriel give Gimli before the fellowship leaves Lothlorien?
a dagger
three strands of her hair
an elvish bow and arrow
What was Gollum's hobbit name?
Lancer
Smeagol
Precious
How many times does Gollum say precious in "The Two Towers"?
16
12
11

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The sword Sting would glow blue when who were nearby?
Dark Elves
Orcs
Giant Spiders
The shards of the sword Narsil were taken to Rivendell and reforged into what new sword?
Orcrist
Anduril
Glamdring
Which of the Three Rings of Power did Galadriel wear?
Narya, the Ring of Fire
Nenya, the Ring of Water
Vilya, the Ring of Air

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Who is the last keeper of the elven ring Narya, the Ring of Fire?
Gandalf
Arwen
Cirdan
True or false? After his resurrection, Gandalf is known as The Grey.
true
false
In "Lord of the Rings," Arwen chooses to give up her immortality to be with her love, Aragorn, who is a mortal man. Why is she able to do this?
All elves can choose to be mortal.
She has human ancestors.
She gives away her Evanstar necklace.

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Who rescues Gandalf atop the Tower Orthanc?
Gwaihir
Frodo and Sam
Merry and Pippin
Who stabs Saruman in the beginning of the movie "The Return of the King"?
Aragorn
Grima Wormtongue
Gandalf
Hobbits eat seven meals a day. What comes directly after elevensies?
afternoon tea
luncheon
brunch

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True or false? When the fellowship is in the Mines of Moria, Merry knocks a skeleton into a well, causing the group to be attacked by orcs and a cave troll.
true
false
True or false? Aragorn's childhood elven name is Estel.
true
false
In "The Two Towers," what is the name of the treelike species Merry and Pippin befriend in Fangorn Forest?
Ent
Treebeard
Leaflong

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When did Isildur lose the One Ring?
in a battle with Saruman
as he swam across a river
while defending his brother Aratan
What did Aragorn, Imrahil, Gandalf, Elladan, Eomer and Elrohir decide during the Last Debate?
to fight Sauron
how to destroy the Ring of Power
how to save Frodo Baggins
When Frodo is attacked by the Witch-king, who attempts to hit his heart with a Morgul blade, what is he almost turned into?
a wraith
a Balrog
an Orc

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True or false? The Third Age began after the first downfall of Sauron.
true
false
Who was the elf responsible for abandoning Dol Guldur, before Sauron moved in?
Oropher
Legolas
Mirkwood
Who created the three Elven Rings?
Earendil
Feanor
Celebrimbor

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How many members were there in the Fellowship of the Ring?
12
9
5
What was the name of the book that Bilbo was writing about his adventures?
"There and Back Again"
"The Hobbit"
"My Adventures at the Shire"
True or false? "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring" was nominated for nine Oscars in 2002 and won four.
true
false

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How many Academy Awards did "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" win?
11
7
3
Who was the director for "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy?
Peter Jackson
Steven Spielberg
James Cameron
True or false? "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy is the most-nominated film series in Academy Award history.
true
false

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