Why do the goblins react with such great emotion when they see that Thorin has the sword they call Ocrist?

A.
To the goblins, the sword is a symbol of violence and terror.

B.
To the goblins, the sword is a symbol of victory and joy.

C.
To the goblins, the sword is a symbol of hope and love.

D.
To the goblins, the sword is a symbol of confusion and mistakes.
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Question

Why do the goblins react with such great emotion when they see that Thorin has the sword they call Ocrist?	
 
 A.
To the goblins, the sword is a symbol of violence and terror.
 
 B.
To the goblins, the sword is a symbol of victory and joy.
 
 C.
To the goblins, the sword is a symbol of hope and love.
 
 D.
To the goblins, the sword is a symbol of confusion and mistakes.
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anonymous · Answer

The answer is A, the sword is a sign of violence and terror, because it killed so many of their brethren.