Find fellowship in 'Rings' trivia
Advertiser Staff
Viggo Mortensen is Aragorn in the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy.
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You don't need to know, for example, that an orc is a corrupted breed of elf and not the planet Robin Williams' Mork came from. Still, the more you know, the more you will appreciate "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King," the final installment of the trilogy, when it hits theaters Dec. 17.
Demonstrate how precioussssss your knowledge is by acing this little quiz, with questions graciously provided by hardcore Tolkienite Shalane Sambor, who will be celebrating the release of the latest film with a few dozen of her fellow fans at a premier party Sunday.
1. What is the name of Gandalf's horse?
- Shadowfax.
- Argo.
- Roheryn.
2. Who is the last ruling steward of Gondor?
- Aragorn.
- Minardil.
- Denethor.
3. In the "The Fellowship of the Ring," what did Merry and Pippen steal from Farmer Maggot's field?
- Apples, oranges, plums and berries.
- Carrots, cabbages, mushrooms and potatoes.
- A horse.
4. What is the name of Aragorn's reforged sword?
- Narsil.
- Anduril.
- Glamdring.
5. What does Gimli receive as a gift from Galadriel?
- A sword.
- A golden belt.
- Three strands of hair.
6. When Aragorn, Gimli and Legolas see Gandalf the White for the first time, what does Legolas do?
- Stares at him, speechless, then walks over and gives him a hug.
- Drops his bow and extends his hand.
- Bows down on one knee.
- Stares and quietly asks Gimli if his eyes deceive him.