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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who saves Sam and Frodo from a fiery death on Mount Doom?

2. Why do Sam and Frodo choose to not enter through the main entrance to Mordor?

3. What happen to Pppin when he looks into the Seeing Stone from Orthnac?

4. How does Sam restore the trees that were cut down while he was away with Frodo?

5. What signal is brought to Theoden that means Gondor is in dire need?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Frodo endures a crucial test of sorts before the end of the novel. What lessons does Frodo learn through this experience, and do you think Frodo deserved what he got in the end? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Merry and Pippin are a very integral part of this plot. How do their actions change the tide of the plot? Do you think they are aware of what they are doing? Why or why not? Make sure to use examples from the text to support your ideas.

Essay Topic 3

This book is set in many different locations. Compare and contrast these locations. How did these different places affect the outcome of the book?

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