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He was not happy! He took off and attacked the dwarves on the Lonely Mountain and then stormed onto Lake Town and destroyed it, but was killed in the process.

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its what hes supposed to do. he's the burglar and he's supposed to steal the treasure from Smaug with the power of his ring.

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Bilbo snuck in very quietly and grabbed the cup while Smaug was asleep.

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He was the burglar, after all! He wanted something to take back to the dwarves, sort of like proof that he had found what they were after.

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Was it wise for Bilbo to steal the cup?

Though it seemed wise at the time Bilbo took the cup, it was actually very unwise, because a dragon can sense when a part of it's treasure is missing, and will not rest until it has killed the thief. This is what made Smaug aware of the dwarves' presence to begin with.


What is the name of the stone Bilbo is expected to steal in the hobbit?

The Arkenstone


Why does Bilbo Baggins steal in The Hobbit?

In the Lord of the Rings, Bilbo Baggins steal the Ring of Sauron, which he made to rule over all the other rings. Bilbo later on than passes the ring on to Frodo Baggins, his youngest nephew, to destroy. This leads to the story, The Fellowship of the Ring.


How many times does Bilbo steal a set of keys?

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What happened when Bilbo tried to steal the trolls purse?

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What does Bilbo steal first in the book?

On his first visit to the dragon hoard he decides he needs something to show the dwarves. He grabs a two handled cup and returns with it. When Smaug misses the cup, he makes a ruckus and eats the dwarves ponies.


what does Bilbo the from the hoard?

Biblo 'borrows' the Arkenstone.


Did the English team steal the world cup trophy?

No they did not steal it.


How did Bilbo win the race in The Hobbit?

There is actually no race in The Hobbit. It was not a race against Time as in The Lord of the Rings. Bilbo's quest was simply to steal for the dwarves, that was it. Nothing is described as a race.


What are four events that followed the capture of Bilbo by the trolls?

Bilbo trys to steal the troll's wallet. They capture him. The company is also captured. Gandalf comes and turns the trolls into stone.


What does Bilbo take from the mound of treasure?

Bilbo takes the Arkenstone. He isn't entirely sure why he does it, but he picks it up and knew exactly what it was. He had some idea it might be of use later on.


What color is the Stanley Cup?

The Stanley Cup is made of sterling silver, thus making the Cup's color silver