Question

Why do the people of Lake-town treat the dwarves and Bilbo so well when they first arrive?


A.
They also fear Smaug and hope that the dwarves will share the treasure if they defeat the dragon.


B.
Lake-town is where Bilbo's mother, Belladonna Took, was born and raised.


C.
The Master of Lake-town has known Thorin for many years and is happy to see him again.


D.
The dwarves promise to give Gollum's ring to the Master of Lake-town.