Do You Know Sauron?

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When you see Sauron, What comes to mind is the hobbit or probably Lord of the rings. Sauron was known to be the main antagonist in the book. Let's see how well you know about him.

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1.

Sauron began his life of evil as an underling of a more dastardly Villain. What is the name of the Villain?
- A.
  
  Shrik
- B.
  
  Mongola
- C.
  
  Morgoth
- D.
  
  Linkth
Correct Answer
A. Shrik
2.

Sauron belongs to which of the following group?
- A.
  
  Valar
- B.
  
  Ainur
- C.
  
  Maiar
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
C. Maiar

Explanation
Sauron belongs to the group called Maiar. In J.R.R. Tolkien's fictional world of Middle-earth, the Maiar are a group of angelic beings who were created by the god-like Valar. Sauron, originally known as Mairon, was one of the Maiar who was seduced by the dark power of Morgoth, the first Dark Lord. Sauron later became a powerful servant and lieutenant of Morgoth, and eventually rose to become a Dark Lord himself. So, the correct answer is Maiar.

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3.

Which of the following groups worked with Maiar to build and organize the world according to the will of Eru?
- A.
  
  Valar
- B.
  
  Newrt
- C.
  
  Sauron
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
A. Valar

Explanation
The Valar worked with the Maiar to build and organize the world according to the will of Eru. The Valar are powerful divine beings in J.R.R. Tolkien's legendarium who are tasked with shaping and governing the world. They are the counterparts of the Maiar, lesser divine beings who assist the Valar in their tasks. Together, the Valar and Maiar played a crucial role in the creation and organization of the world, fulfilling the will of Eru, the supreme deity in Tolkien's mythology.

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4.

In the early life of Sauron, Who did he serve?
- A.
  
  Aule
- B.
  
  Ea
- C.
  
  Mia
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
A. Aule

Explanation
In the early life of Sauron, he served Aule. Aule is a Valar, one of the Ainur who assisted in the creation of the world in J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth legendarium. Sauron was originally a Maia, a lesser divine being, and he became a servant of Aule, who was associated with craftsmanship and creation. This affiliation with Aule eventually led Sauron down a path of darkness and corruption, as he became enamored with power and control.

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5.

What was the occupation of Valar?
- A.
  
  Smith
- B.
  
  Warrior
- C.
  
  Magician
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
A. Smith

Explanation
Valar's occupation was a smith. This means that they were involved in metalworking and crafting objects using tools and fire. They likely worked with materials such as iron or steel to create various items such as weapons, armor, or tools. As a smith, Valar would have possessed specialized skills in shaping and manipulating metal to create functional and aesthetically pleasing objects.

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6.

What does the word " Tar-Mairon " mean?
- A.
  
  Cruel
- B.
  
  Wicked
- C.
  
  King excellent
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
C. King excellent

Explanation
The word "Tar-Mairon" does not mean "Cruel" or "Wicked" as stated in the options. Instead, it means "King excellent".

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7.

What language is "Tar-Mairon"?
- A.
  
  Clavis
- B.
  
  Quenya
- C.
  
  Aramaic
- D.
  
  Jewish
Correct Answer
B. Quenya

Explanation
"Tar-Mairon" is a name that belongs to the Quenya language. Quenya is a constructed language created by J.R.R. Tolkien for his fictional world of Middle-earth. It is primarily spoken by the Elves in Tolkien's stories, and "Tar-Mairon" is a name that is associated with one of the main antagonists in his works, Sauron. Therefore, the correct answer is Quenya.

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8.

What was Sauron's original name?
- A.
  
  Mairon
- B.
  
  Marel
- C.
  
  Marrin
- D.
  
  Savin
Correct Answer
A. Mairon

Explanation
Sauron's original name was Mairon.

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9.

What does the word "Mairon" mean?
- A.
  
  Cast away
- B.
  
  Admirable
- C.
  
  Love
- D.
  
  Peace
Correct Answer
B. Admirable

Explanation
The word "Mairon" means admirable.

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10.

Who invented the Quenya language?
- A.
  
  Sauron
- B.
  
  Maia
- C.
  
  Tolkien
- D.
  
  Eru
Correct Answer
C. Tolkien

Explanation
Tolkien is the correct answer because he is the creator of the Quenya language. As a linguist and author, J.R.R. Tolkien developed numerous languages for his fictional world of Middle-earth, including Quenya, which is one of the Elvish languages. He meticulously constructed Quenya, drawing inspiration from various real-world languages and mythologies. Tolkien's expertise in linguistics and his passion for world-building allowed him to invent a rich and complex language like Quenya, which adds depth and authenticity to his beloved fantasy novels such as "The Lord of the Rings."

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