The Hobbit Questions on Smaug's Death
The Hobbit
In which part of The Hobbit is Bilbo most challenged?
Bilbo is most challenged in Chapter 12 when he enters Smaug's lair alone. This moment is described as requiring the greatest courage from him, as he faces the dragon by himself. The narrator...
The Hobbit
How did the dwarves lose their treasure in The Hobbit?
In The Hobbit, the dwarves lost their treasure because Smaug stole it. Drawn by rumors of the dwarves' wealth, the dragon attacked the mountain and seized it for himself. The survivors were expelled...
The Hobbit
What is Bard's reward for killing the dragon in The Hobbit?
Bard's reward for killing the dragon is multifaceted. Initially, he gains the freedom of Dale and the acclaim of the people, who want him as king. He later negotiates with Thorin for a share of...