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Durin's Folk

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Introduction:
"Tolkien's dwarves are not really lovable boasters like Gimli in the movies. They are proud, fierce, secretive, loyal friends and terrible enemies. Learn more about the children of Aule."


1. Durin the First was the oldest and most renowned of the Seven Fathers of the Dwarves. What was his other name among the dwarves?
    Durin the Deathless
    Durin the Strong
    Durin the Old
    Durin the Fruitful


2. There were several kinds of dwarves. Which ones were known as "Durin's Folk"?
    Stonefoots
    Longbeards
    Broadbeams
    Blacklocks


3. What was the beginning of the dwarves' New Year?
    The first day of the last moon of autumn
    The first day of the first moon of spring
    The first day of the last moon of winter
    The first day of the first moon of summer


4. Especially in "The Hobbit", Tolkien did create some funny dwarves. What was Bombur's claim to fame?
    He was so ugly he scared the dragon Smaug to death
    He always tripped over his long beard
    He was too fat to move himself
    He had the biggest feet of all dwarves


5. Sauron gave seven Rings of Power to the dwarves to bind them to him. True or false: the seven dwarven kings became his servants.
    True
    False


6. Which of the following is NOT an elvish name for dwarves?
    Naugrim
    Hadhod
    Khamul
    Gonnhirrim


7. True or false: the dwarves would eagerly teach their language to outsiders.
    True
    False


8. From what language did Tolkien get the names for his dwarves?
    Latin
    Gaelic
    Sumerian
    Old Norse


9. Dwarves were master miners and crafters, as well as fierce warriors. Who were their main enemies?
    Elves
    Orcs
    Men
    Wizards


10. Finally a question about Gimli: What was one of the names given to him after the War of the Ring?
    Orc-slayer
    Lock-bearer
    Horse-rider
    Axe-wielder


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