How does Tolkien balance danger and humor in The Hobbit?
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The dwarves sing humorous songs on the eve of departure on a very dangerous mission.
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Tolkien gives the trolls Cockney accents, and makes them look foolish, to add humor to a situation in which our heroes' lives are in danger.