The Lord of the Rings is one of the most famous epic stories of English literature. Everybody knows it now because of the film adaptation made a few years ago, but let's see how much you really know about this marvellous and magic story, able to take us into the depths of fantasy.

Answer the following questions about The Lord of the Rings using the links provided on the right side of this page. Write your answers on a separate sheet:

THE BOOK

Who wrote The Lord of the Rings?
When was it published for the first time?
Which are the three main parts of the book?
What is the name of the six main cultures described on it?
Where does the story take place?

THE FILM ADAPTATION

Who directed the film adaptation of The Lord of the Rings?
Can you name three actors that take part in it?
Where was it filmed?
Can you name the three sequels of the film adaptation?
How many Oscars was it awarded with?

What languages do the Elves speak?
Besides Frodo, can you name five characters who belong to
the "Fellowship of the Ring"?
What culture did Gollum originally belong to?

The Lord of the Rings is based on a previous novel called The Hobbit. If all these questions have raised your curiosity about the magic worlds created by Tolkien, you can take up a new challenge by clicking on the Treasure Hunt: The Hobbit link.