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What is the capital city of Rohan, where King Théoden's Golden Hall is located?
At the end of the story, from which Elven port do the ring-bearers depart Middle-earth?
What is the name of the treacherous, snowy mountain peak that defeats the Fellowship, forcing them into Moria?
Legolas is the son of Thranduil, the ruler of which dark and vast forest?
How many members make up the Fellowship of the Ring?
What is the name of the short sword given to Frodo Baggins by Bilbo?
Which specific birthday is Bilbo Baggins celebrating at the beginning of The Fellowship of the Ring?
What is the surname of Frodo's loyal companion, Samwise?
What is the name of the famous inn in Bree where the Hobbits meet Aragorn?
What is the Hobbit Merry's full first name?
What is the Hobbit Pippin's full first name?
What is the name of the popular pub in the Shire heavily frequented by Merry and Pippin?
What is the name of the specific Hobbit-hole residence of Bilbo and Frodo Baggins?
What is Samwise Gamgee's profession in the Shire before leaving with Frodo?
Which specific meal does Pippin famously ask Aragorn about, complaining 'We've had one, yes'?
After his resurrection, what new color-based title does Gandalf take on?
What is the alias that Aragorn uses when he first meets the Hobbits in the Prancing Pony?
What is the name of the Steward of Gondor who is the father of Boromir and Faramir?
Which shieldmaiden of Rohan famously slays the Witch-king of Angmar?
King Théoden is the ruler of which kingdom of Men?
Elrond is the Lord of which Elven sanctuary, where the Fellowship is formed?
Who is Galadriel's husband and the co-ruler of Lothlórien?
What is the specific name of the pendant necklace that Arwen gives to Aragorn as a token of her love?
What is the name of Gandalf the White's remarkably fast horse?
Aragorn is the long-lost heir and rightful king to which human kingdom?
What is the primary ranged weapon used by the Elf Legolas?
What type of weapon does the Dwarf Gimli primarily wield in battle?
What unusual gift does Gimli ask for when Galadriel offers him a boon in Lothlórien?
Who is the primary antagonist and titular 'Lord of the Rings'?
Which wizard, formerly the leader of their order, betrays Gandalf and allies with Sauron?
What is the name of the great black tower located within Isengard where Saruman resides?
What is the name of the giant spider that Frodo and Sam encounter in the pass of Cirith Ungol?
In total, how many Nazgûl (Ringwraiths) serve the Dark Lord Sauron?
What is the name of Sauron's colossal dark tower fortress located in Mordor?
What is the name of the large, sun-resistant breed of Orcs created by Saruman?
What type of ancient, fiery demon does Gandalf battle in the mines of Moria?
What specific nickname is given to the Balrog of Moria due to the Dwarven king it slew?
What is the formal Elvish name for the volcano commonly known as Mount Doom?
What is the descriptive nickname of Gríma, the treacherous advisor who poisons King Théoden's mind?
What giant, flaming physical manifestation represents Sauron atop Barad-dûr in the film adaptations?
What two-word affectionate phrase does Gollum constantly use to refer to the One Ring?
Before his corruption, what color-based title did Saruman hold within the order of Wizards?
What is the name of the multi-tentacled creature that attacks the Fellowship outside the gates of Moria?
Built into the side of a mountain, what is the capital city of Gondor?
What is the name of the gorge and fortress in Rohan that the Uruk-hai attack in The Two Towers?
What is the name of the Great River that the Fellowship uses to travel by boat after leaving Lothlórien?
What is the name of the ruined city spanning the river Anduin that Faramir defends against Orcs?
What great mountain range divides Eriador and the Vales of Anduin, and houses the mines of Moria?
What is the Elvish name for the highly nutritious waybread wrapped in leaves?
What is the name of the incredibly hard, silvery metal that makes up Frodo's protective chainmail shirt?
Who personally gifts Frodo the Mithril shirt before the Fellowship leaves Rivendell?
What is the name of the glowing, starlight-filled glass vial given to Frodo by the Lady of the Wood?
According to the famous ring-verse, how many Rings of Power were 'doomed to die' mortal Men?
How many Rings of Power were given to the Dwarf-lords 'in their halls of stone'?
How many Rings of Power were given to the immortal Elven-kings?
What specific Elvish word does Gandalf eventually speak to open the Doors of Durin?
In what specific, evil language created by Sauron is the inscription on the One Ring written?
What mundane metal does the One Ring outwardly appear to be made of?
What is the name of the new sword reforged for Aragorn from the broken shards of Narsil?
Who cut the One Ring from the hand of Sauron during the War of the Last Alliance?
Who is the father of Isildur, whose sword was broken when he fought Sauron?
What is the common, somewhat dismissive name for the healing plant Athelas, which Aragorn uses?
What is the plural name for the magical, spherical 'seeing stones' used in Middle-earth?
The War of the Ring and the destruction of the One Ring mark the end of which Age of Middle-earth?
Who was the primary director for the live-action Lord of the Rings film trilogy?
Which country provided the vast landscapes and served as the primary filming location for the movies?
Which British actor portrayed the wizard Gandalf in Peter Jackson's films?
Which actor played the role of the ring-bearer, Frodo Baggins, in the film trilogy?
Which actor, playing Aragorn, notoriously broke his toes kicking a helmet during a take?
How many Academy Awards did the final film, 'The Return of the King', win in 2004?
Which actor is famous for providing the groundbreaking voice and motion capture performance for Gollum?
Who composed the original musical score for Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings trilogy?
Which actor portrayed Boromir in the Fellowship of the Ring?
Christopher Lee, who played Saruman, was the only member of the film's cast and crew to have achieved what milestone regarding the books?
Which character yells the famous line, 'Fly, you fools!' before falling into the shadows?
What is the specific name of the massive battle that occurs right outside the walls of Minas Tirith?
In what Elven outpost is the council held that formally forms the Fellowship of the Ring?
Which character famously states 'I am no man' before slaying the Witch-king?
What specific monster is Gandalf facing when he shouts 'You shall not pass!' on the bridge?
What heirloom instrument does Boromir blow to call for help before he is killed?
What food does Samwise Gamgee famously say you can 'Boil 'em, mash 'em, stick 'em in a stew'?
What large celebration in the Shire serves as the opening event for the Lord of the Rings?
What is the specific name of the narrow stone bridge in Moria where Gandalf confronts the Balrog?
In what specific building in Bree do the Hobbits first encounter Aragorn?
What was the name of the friend and relative that Sméagol strangled to obtain the One Ring?
What is the full pen name of the author who wrote the Lord of the Rings series?
What incredibly simple human name does Samwise Gamgee give to his pack pony?
What is the name of Elrond's Elven daughter who falls in love with Aragorn?
Which ancient King of Gondor cursed the Men of the Mountains to become the Army of the Dead?
What is the name of the sword that Gandalf finds in the trolls' hoard and wields throughout the series?
What subtitle does Bilbo Baggins give to his memoir about his journey to the Lonely Mountain?
What is the name of the Lord of the Eagles who frequently assists Gandalf?
What is the name of the Hobbit barmaid who Samwise Gamgee marries at the end of the story?
What is the English name for Fangorn, the leader of the Ents?
What is the name of the dark, glowing green fortress of the Witch-king located in the mountains bordering Mordor?
Who guides Frodo and Sam through the treacherous, ghost-filled Dead Marshes?
Who is the Elvenking of Mirkwood and the father of Legolas?
What specific tree serves as the historic and royal symbol of Gondor?
What is Merry's full first name?
From which port do Frodo, Bilbo, and the Elves set sail to leave Middle-earth?
What is the name of the treacherous, snowy mountain pass that the Fellowship attempts to cross before entering Moria?
Legolas is a prince from which great forest realm?
What is the name of the great fortress in Rohan where the Battle of the Hornburg takes place?
In The Lord of the Rings, how many members make up the Fellowship of the Ring?
What is the name of the Elven sword given to Frodo Baggins by Bilbo?
Which birthday is Bilbo Baggins celebrating at the beginning of The Fellowship of the Ring?
What is the surname of Frodo's loyal companion, Samwise?
What is the name of the inn in Bree where the Hobbits are supposed to meet Gandalf?
What is Pippin's full first name?
What is the name of the popular pub in the Shire frequented by Merry and Pippin?
What is the name of Bilbo and Frodo Baggins' underground home in the Shire?
What is Samwise Gamgee's profession at the beginning of the story?
Which meal does Pippin famously ask Aragorn about, worrying they will miss it?
What is the name of Saruman's dark, unbreakable tower?
What is the name of the giant spider that dwells in the pass of Cirith Ungol?
How many Nazgûl (Ringwraiths) serve Sauron?
What is the name of Sauron's main fortress in Mordor?
What breed of fierce Orcs does Saruman create in Isengard?
What is the fiery demonic creature that Gandalf fights in the mines of Moria?
What is the infamous nickname of the Balrog that lurks in Moria?
What is the Elvish name for Mount Doom?
What is the nickname of Gríma, the treacherous advisor to King Théoden?
In the movies, what physical manifestation represents Sauron atop Barad-dûr?
What does Gollum incessantly call the One Ring?
What is Saruman's original title within his wizardly order?
What is the name of the multi-tentacled creature outside the western gates of Moria?
What is the heavily fortified capital city of Gondor?
What is the capital city of Rohan, home to the Golden Hall of Meduseld?
What is the longest river in Middle-earth, upon which the Fellowship travels after leaving Lothlórien?
What ruined city on the river Anduin is a battleground between Gondor and the forces of Mordor?
Which mountain range houses the great Dwarven mines of Moria?
What is the Elvish name for the special waybread that sustains the Fellowship on their journey?
What incredibly strong and lightweight metal is Frodo's chainmail shirt made of?
Who does Samwise Gamgee marry when he returns to the Shire?
Who gives Frodo the priceless Mithril shirt in Rivendell?
What glowing object does Galadriel give to Frodo to use 'when all other lights go out'?
According to the famous poem, how many Rings of Power were given to the race of Men?
How many Rings of Power were given to the Dwarf-lords?
How many Rings of Power were forged for the Elven-kings?
What is the Elvish word for 'friend' that opens the door to Moria?
What language is the inscription on the One Ring written in?
Physically, the One Ring appears to be a simple, unadorned band of what metal?
What is the name of Aragorn's sword, reforged from the shards of Narsil?
Which character used the broken sword Narsil to cut the One Ring from Sauron's hand?
Who is the father of Isildur and the first High King of Arnor and Gondor?
What is the common name for 'Athelas', the plant Aragorn uses to heal Frodo's Morgul-blade wound?
What is the name of the magical 'seeing stones' used by Saruman, Sauron, and Denethor?
The events of The Lord of the Rings take place at the end of which Age of Middle-earth?
Who directed the live-action Lord of the Rings movie trilogy?
In which country was the entirety of the Lord of the Rings movie trilogy filmed?
Which actor portrayed Gandalf in the film adaptations?
Which actor played the central role of Frodo Baggins in the films?
Which actor famously broke two toes while kicking an Uruk-hai helmet in The Two Towers?
How many Academy Awards did 'The Return of the King' win, sweeping every category it was nominated for?
Which actor provided the voice and motion capture for Gollum?
Who composed the iconic musical score for the Lord of the Rings film trilogy?
Which actor played Boromir and delivered the famous 'One does not simply walk into Mordor' line?
The late actor Christopher Lee, who played Saruman, had a unique distinction among the cast. What was it?
Who delivers the famous final instruction: 'Fly, you fools!'?
What massive battle takes place on the fields immediately outside Minas Tirith?
Where is the secret council held where it is decided that the Ring must be destroyed?
Who proudly proclaims 'I am no man!' before striking a fatal blow?
To which monster does Gandalf yell, 'You shall not pass!'?
What heirloom item is Boromir blowing when he is fatally wounded?
What food item does Samwise enthusiastically describe as something you can 'Boil 'em, mash 'em, stick 'em in a stew'?
What significant event kicks off the main plot of The Fellowship of the Ring?
What is the name of the bridge where Gandalf confronts the Balrog?
Where do the four Hobbits first meet Aragorn?
What was the name of Gollum's cousin, whom he murdered to get the One Ring?
Who is the original author of the Lord of the Rings book trilogy?
What is the name of the brave little pony that Samwise rescues in Bree and brings on the journey?
Who is the immortal daughter of Elrond?
Who originally placed the curse on the Army of the Dead for breaking their oath?
What is the name of Gandalf's famous Elven sword?
What is the title of the book that Bilbo Baggins writes about his adventures?
Who is the Lord of the Great Eagles who rescues Gandalf from the tower of Orthanc?
Who is the oldest of the Ents, who leads the attack on Isengard?
What is the name of the fortress city of the Nazgûl, glowing with a sickly green light?
Who acts as the guide for Frodo and Sam through the Dead Marshes?
Who is Legolas's father, the Elvenking of the Woodland Realm?
What symbol serves as the emblem on the flag and armor of Gondor?
After his resurrection, what new title does Gandalf the Grey take on?
By what nickname is Aragorn known to the people of Bree when the Hobbits first meet him?
Who is the father of Boromir and Faramir?
Which character famously kills the Witch-king of Angmar?
King Théoden is the ruler of which kingdom?
Elrond is the Lord of which Elven sanctuary?
Who is Galadriel's husband and the Lord of Lothlórien?
What is the name of the jewel pendant Arwen gives to Aragorn?
What is the name of Gandalf's magnificent white horse?
Aragorn is the rightful king of which realm?
What is the primary weapon used by Legolas?
What type of weapon does Gimli primarily wield in battle?
What does Gimli ask Galadriel for when she offers him a gift?
Who is the titular 'Lord of the Rings'?
Which wizard betrays Gandalf and allies himself with Sauron?