Lord Of The Rings Quiz

Middle-earth: Tolkien's Masterwork

J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings" is one of the greatest literary achievements of the 20th century and the foundational work of modern high fantasy. Tolkien, an Oxford professor and linguist, created not just a story but an entire world - Middle-earth - With its own languages (including Elvish languages Quenya and Sindarin), history, mythology, and cultures spanning thousands of years. "The Fellowship of the Ring" was published in 1954, followed by "The Two Towers" and "The Return of the King" in 1955.

The story follows hobbit Frodo Baggins on his quest to destroy the One Ring - A powerful artifact created by the Dark Lord Sauron to dominate all living things - In the fires of Mount Doom in Mordor. He is aided by the Fellowship: Gandalf the wizard, Aragorn the ranger (rightful king of Gondor), Legolas the Elf, Gimli the Dwarf, and four hobbits. Compare with the Harry Potter Quiz for more fantasy literature, or explore the Book Quiz for broader reading knowledge.

Peter Jackson's film trilogy (2001 - 2003) was a landmark achievement in cinema, winning a combined 17 Academy Awards - "The Return of the King" alone won 11, matching the record for most Oscars won by a single film. The films were shot entirely in New Zealand, cementing that country's reputation as a filming destination. The trilogy grossed nearly $3 billion at the worldwide box office.