Getting my First LI on F2P account

"Getting a character's first LI" can begin at lvl 45? Correct?

And, it starts with 2.1.1? Correct?

Is there a pre-requisite to being able to obtain and complete 2.1.1 other than being level appropriate?

My main account is VIP and has been since day 1 of my play in lotro. Recently I made another account and it is F2P and I am just totally clueless with it because I am used to all the perks of having VIP. Chances are in the near future I will convert the F2P to VIP, but as of now it is F2P and I haven't purchased any quest or expansion packs. So, I am sorry for my newb questions, but I want to try and figure out what I need to do next.

I understand that I do not 'need' to have Moria quest pack in order to get my first LI - correct? Does this apply for the second LI from 2.1.14 as well? IIRC, that quest takes place INSIDE Moria so ... ?

Also, for 2.1.1 thru 2.1.7, I can join a fellowship with others that are on the same questline - correct?

Thanks for any help ~

EDIT: typo