THEMES IN THE HOBBIT What is language? In what ways can language be expressed? In what ways can language be used? LANGUAGE IS POWERFUL. What role does language have in identity formation? How can language help an individual change and grow as well as further understand who they are? How do I use language? IDENTITY IS COMPLEX AND MULTIFACETED. How is identity formed? Is it possible to have more than one identity? How do social norms and expectations influence identity? How and why do people change throughout their lives? How is Bilbo’s identity complex and multifaceted? How is my identity complex and multifaceted? PSYCHOLOGICAL AND MORAL GROWTH COMING OF AGE STORY BILDUNGS ROMAN ENDS WITH A SENSE OF BELONGING OR SELF REALIZATION