How Well Do You Remember the Movie That Started It All?
In 2001, Peter Jackson brought J.R.R. Tolkien’s masterpiece to the big screen, changing cinema forever. From the rolling green hills of the Shire to the terrifying depths of the Mines of Moria, The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring was an epic journey of friendship, courage, and the ultimate battle against darkness.
Do you remember the exact words of Galadriel’s prologue? Can you recall how many members were actually in the Fellowship? Whether you’ve watched the Extended Edition a hundred times or just finished a recent rewatch, it’s time to prove your worth. Step into the shoes of Frodo Baggins and see if you have the wisdom of Gandalf or the confusion of a Fool of a Took.
Take our Ultimate Fellowship of the Ring Trivia Challenge and find out if you’re a true citizen of Middle-earth!
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Question of
Who directed The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring?
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Guillermo del Toro
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Richard Taylor
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Fran Walsh
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Peter Jackson
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Early in the film’s prologue, Galadriel narrates the forging of the Rings of Power. How many rings were initially given to the Dwarves?
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Seven for Men
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Three for the Elves
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Seven for the Dwarf-lords
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Nine for the Dwarf-lords
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Question of
In Bilbo’s birthday party speech, which line jokingly captures how he feels about his guests?
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“Your presence here today is more surprising than pleasing.”
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“I wish half of you would depart sooner so the rest could feast.”
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“You come to celebrate, and I hope your gifts are worthy.”
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“I don’t know half of you half as well as I should like; and I like less than half of you half as well as you deserve.”
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When Gandalf investigates the One Ring in Frodo’s home, what test does he perform to confirm it is the Master-Ring?
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He throws it into a small fire and sees if it remains intact
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He heats it in the fireplace to reveal the glowing inscription
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He recites a secret Elvish incantation to see if it responds
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He taps it with his staff to hear the ring’s echo
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Saruman, corrupted by Sauron’s influence, imprisons Gandalf. In which tower does he trap him?
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Barad-dûr
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Orthanc
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Minas Morgul
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Cirith Ungol
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In Bree, Frodo accidentally puts on the ring in The Prancing Pony. Which name does Aragorn use while staying incognito there?
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Strider
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Thorongil
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Ranger
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Estel
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Question of
Following Frodo’s wounding at Weathertop, Arwen intervenes to rescue him from the Nazgûl. Who performs this rescue in the original novel instead of Arwen?
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Éowyn
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Elrond
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Glorfindel
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Legolas
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In Rivendell, the Council of Elrond convenes to decide the Ring’s fate. Which character suggests the idea of sending it to Gondor to use as a weapon?
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Gimli
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Boromir
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Legolas
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Aragorn
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During the fellowship’s journey through the mines of Moria, which dwarf famously laments: “They have a cave troll”?
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Boromir
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Aragorn
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Gimli
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Legolas
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Gandalf falls while battling the Balrog on the Bridge of Khazad-dûm. Which specific term does he use to command the Balrog not to pass?
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“You cannot proceed!”
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“You shall not pass!”
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“Begone, fire demon!”
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“Fly, you wraith of shadow!”
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Upon leaving Moria, the fellowship grieves Gandalf’s apparent death. What does Aragorn insist they do next, despite their grief?
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“Stay here and make a stand.”
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“We must keep moving.”
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“Travel back to Rivendell for reinforcements.”
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“Divide our forces between Lothlórien and Mordor.”
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Question of
In Lothlórien, Galadriel tests the hearts of the fellowship. Which item does she give to Frodo as a parting gift?
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A silver dagger from the Golden Wood
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A horse named Asfaloth
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A length of Elvish rope
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The Phial of Galadriel (filled with light from Eärendil’s star)
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Before the fellowship breaks at Amon Hen, Frodo offers the ring to Aragorn. What is Aragorn’s response?
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He briefly holds the ring but can’t return it to Frodo
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He refuses it, closing Frodo’s hand around it
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He puts it on, but quickly removes it
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He instructs Boromir to hide it until they regroup
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Question of
What is the primary factor in Frodo deciding to leave the fellowship on his own?
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Legolas warns him that dwarves cannot be trusted
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Boromir’s attempt to seize the ring, revealing its corruptive power
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Sam suggests they take a shortcut through Mordor alone
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Aragorn insists on returning to Rivendell
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The Fellowship of the Ring ends with Sam catching up to Frodo. How does Sam manage to convince Frodo to let him come along?
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He offers to carry the ring for a while
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He promises not to question Frodo’s judgment
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He nearly drowns trying to follow Frodo across the river
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He swears an oath by the name of Gandalf
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