How intelligent are goblins in Lord of the Rings?

 In J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, goblins (also known as orcs) are depicted as generally being less intelligent than humans. They are described as being brutish and lacking in sophistication, and they are often portrayed as being easily deceived or manipulated by other, more intelligent beings.

That being said, it is worth noting that not all goblins are created equal in The Lord of the Rings. Some individual goblins are depicted as being more intelligent and capable than others, and some are even shown to have leadership abilities or to be skilled at crafting weapons and armor. Overall, however, goblins are generally portrayed as being less intelligent and less technologically advanced than humans, and they are often depicted as being inferior to humans in terms of physical and mental capabilities.