Compare the moments in chapter one with the Hero's Journey.
1. Explain how the book so far has followed the hero's wheel.
Consider the Big Four (click above to refresh yourself) and how your author has already used these pieces to craft their world.
2. Pick one of the big four concepts and choose a quote from chapter one that you believe encapsulates the author's use of that specific aspect of worldbuilding. Explain why the moment is HELPFUL to readers being introduced to a fantasy realm for the first time.
The lord of the rings has made little progress so far on the hero's wheel. The first chapter only covers the status quo but depending on you view point you could say that Frodo getting the ring is a part of the call to adventure. The status quo is illustrated when J. R. R. Tolkien describes the lead up to the old hobbits party and how it affects the village.
Tolkien shows an example of Character creation on page 29, “... With their children in the matter of staying up late, especially when there is a chance of getting them a free meal.” This shows that many of the hobbits are less wealthy and they are not offended by handouts. Tolkien almost creates a small, friendly town feeling with this quote.