Chapters
[1] An Unexpected Party[2] Roast Mutton [3] A Short Rest
[4] Over Hill And Under Hill
[5] Riddles in the Dark
[6] Out of the Frying Pan into the Fire
[7] Queer Lodgings
[8] Flies and Spiders
[9] Barrels Out of Bond
[10] A Warm Welcome
[11] On the Doorstep
[12] Inside Information
[13] Not At Home
[14] Fire and Water
[15] The Gathering of the Clouds
[16] A Thief in the Night
[17] The Clouds Burst
[18] The Return Journey
[19] The Last Stage
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| [12] Inside Information Bilbo stole a two-handled cup from Smaug which made Smaug angry.Next, Bilbo talks with Smaug and riddles with him. Bilbo notices a bare spot by Smaug's left breast which is the only place Smaug's armoured body is uncovered.
Smaug guesses Bilbo is from Lake-town or has had help from them and he flies off to teach them a lesson. [Take a look at a moving picture of Smaug breathing fire]
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Lying on his treasure, Smaug riddles with Bilbo.
[By Corbin T, Year 5, Wanganui]
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Bilbo sees the bare spot in Smaug's armour by the left breast.
[By Sarah C, Year 5, Wanganui]
Chapter Facts
Balin was waiting in the tunnel for Bilbo when he stole the cup.
Smaug killed the Company's ponies when he found out the cup was missing.
From the Dwarves, Bilbo heard about the greatest treasure of all: the Arkenstone.
Smaug smashed the mountainside where the secret door was, thinking to kill the Company, before he flew off to attack Lake-town.
Quick Quiz Check
What colour was Smaug? [Answer]
Who said he was barrel-rider? [Answer]
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