HARRY POTTER AND THE

PHILOSOPHER’S STONE
Marukh Arshad

Roll no. 225113

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March 22, 2023

Chapter 1: The Boy Who Lived
1. When describing the Potters, Rowling coins the term “UnDursleyish.” From
what you know so far of the Dursleys, how would you define “UnDursleyish”/
“Dursleyish”?

Based on what we know about the Dursleys from the Harry Potter series, “Dursleyish”
would likely refer to behavior or characteristics that are mean-spirited, narrow-
minded, unkind, and unsympathetic. The Dursleys were portrayed as being obsessed
with conformity, social status, and appearances, and they often looked down upon
those who didn’t fit into their narrow definition of “normal.”

On the other hand, “UnDursleyish” would refer to behavior or characteristics such as

kindness, empathy, and compassion.

2. On the day Harry’s parents died, what were some of the strange things
happening that Mr. Dursley noticed?

On the day Harry’s parents died, Mr. Dursley noticed several strange things happening
around. At the street corner, he noticed a cat that seemed to be reading a map,
although Mr. Dursley dismissed it as an illusion. He also noticed strange, cloaked
people walking in the streets. Mr. Dursley was also hugged by a stranger dressed in a
violet cloak who called him a “muggle.” While watching the evening news, he came
to know that owls had been sighted all over the city. All these events made Mr.
Dursley feel uneasy, and he tried to ignore them and focus on his normal routine.

3. If McGonagall is right that Dumbledore is the only wizard that Voldemort “was
ever afraid of” why does Dumbledore say that “Voldemort has powers that I
will never have”? What do you think he means by this?

Dumbledore's statement suggests that he acknowledges Voldemort's extraordinary

magical abilities, particularly in areas where Dumbledore may lack proficiency. While
Dumbledore is undoubtedly a very powerful wizard, there may be some dark magic or
techniques that Voldemort is better at, which explains why he needs to be cautious
while confronting Voldemort. Additionally, they both have different views on how to
use magic and power, with Dumbledore favoring love and kindness while Voldemort
using fear and intimidation.

4. How are we first introduced to Harry Potter?

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Harry Potter is first introduced to readers in the opening chapter of "Harry Potter and
the Philosopher's Stone.” The chapter describes how Harry, a baby boy, is left on the
doorstep of 4 Privet Drive, the home of his mother's sister, Petunia Dursley, and her
husband, Vernon Dursley. The couple treats Harry poorly and hides his magical
abilities from him. It's not until Harry receives his letter to attend Hogwarts School of
Witchcraft and Wizardry that he learns of his true identity and the magical world.

Chapter 2: The Vanishing Glass

1. 10 years after having Harry left on their front porch, how have the Dursleys
brought Harry into the family?

Throughout the series, the Dursleys never fully accept Harry as a member of their
family, and they treat him poorly for the most part. They keep him locked in a
cupboard under the stairs and do not provide him with any affection or love. They
also try to prevent him from learning about his magical abilities and the wizarding
world, as they despise anything that is not “normal” or “ordinary.”

2. What is Dudley like? How does he treat Harry?

Dudley is described as overweight, spoiled, and self-centered. He often bullies Harry

physically and verbally and makes fun of his appearance and lack of possessions.
Dudley has a negative attitude towards Harry and is more concerned about his own
needs and desires. He treats Harry poorly and does not show any empathy or kindness
towards him.

3. Where do the Dursleys take Dudley for his birthday? Why does Harry end up
going too?

The Dursleys take Dudley to the zoo for his birthday. Harry ends up going too because
the Dursleys have no one else to leave him with and they don't want to leave him
behind since they’re afraid he’ll destroy the house in their absence.

4. What magical moment do Harry and the snake in the reptile house share at the
end of the chapter?

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At the end of the chapter, Harry and the snake in the reptile house communicate with
each other in Parseltongue, the language of snakes. Harry asks the snake where he
came from, and the snake tells him that he’s Brazilian, although he was bred in
captivity and has never actually been there before. After being pushed to the ground
by Dursley, Harry accidentally vanishes the glass front of the snake’s tank, and the
snake thanks Harry and escapes.

Chapter 3: The Letters From No One

1. What are the letters that keep coming for Harry? What steps does Mr. Dursley
take to keep Harry from receiving these letters?

The letters are from Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, inviting Harry to
attend the school as a student. Initially, Mr. Dursley tries to intercept the letters by
hiding them or ripping them up before Harry can see them. However, as the letters
keep arriving in increasing numbers, Mr. Dursley becomes more and more desperate
to keep them from Harry. He takes the family on a series of increasingly bizarre and
paranoid attempts to escape the letters, including moving to a hotel in a distant town
and even living in a hut on a rocky outcrop in the middle of the sea.

2. Where does Mr. Dursley take the family and why?

Mr. Dursley takes the family to several different places in an attempt to avoid the
letters that keep arriving for Harry. At first, Mr. Dursley takes the family to a dingy
hotel in a distant town, but the letters follow them there. He then takes the family to
a rundown shack on a remote island in the middle of the sea.

3. What is Harry counting down to at the end of the chapter?

At the end of the chapter, Harry is sitting in a hut on the island, with his birthday just
a few hours away. He then starts counting down the minutes until he turns eleven,
which is when he learns that he is a wizard and receives his letter from Hogwarts
School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

Chapter 4: The Keeper of the Keys

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 1. How are we (re)introduced to Hagrid in this chapter? What are his identifying
qualities?

Hagrid arrives at the hut on the rock to deliver Harry’s letter of acceptance to
Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, after Harry’s uncle has attempted to
keep the letter from him. He is described as a physically imposing, somewhat
unkempt, and loyal character. He is about twice as tall and at least five times as wide
as a normal man, has wide, tangled black hair and a thick beard, speaks in a gruff
voice with a lot of slang, and carries a pink umbrella that is actually a wand.

2. What does Hagrid reveal to Harry about his identity and his real family?

Hagrid reveals to Harry that he is wizard and the son of two powerful and well-
respected wizards, James and Lily Potter. Hagrid also reveals that Harry’s parents
were killed by the dark wizard Voldemort when Harry was just a baby. Voldemort also
tried to kill Harry; however, his curse rebounded and destroyed him, leaving Harry as
the only survivor.

3. What happened to Hagrid’s wand?

Hagrid tells Harry that he himself was once a student at Hogwarts but was expelled
due to some unknown incident that he does not share with Harry. Because of this his
wand was taken from him and broken and he was forbidden from performing magic.

Chapter 5: Diagon Alley

1. Why does Hagrid take Harry to Diagon Alley? How do they get there?

Hagrid takes Harry to Diagon Alley in order to buy Harry’s school supplies for his first
year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Hagrid takes Harry to the train
station, where they board a train that takes them to London. They then enter a pub
called the Leaky Cauldron, which is located between a bookshop and a record store
on Charing Cross Road, a muggle street in London. From there, they use a secret
entrance to access Diagon Alley, which is located behind the Leaky Cauldron pub.

2. Why do Harry and Hagrid go to Gringotts?

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Harry and Hagrid go to Gringotts Wizarding Bank in order to retrieve money for
Harry’s school supplies. Harry learns that his parents have left him a small fortune in
a vault at Gringotts, which will cover all of his expenses for the upcoming school year
at Hogwarts.

3. Harry encounters Draco for the first time in Madam Malkin’s -- how is he
introduced?

Draco Malfoy is introduced to Harry as a slim, blond boy with a pale, pointed face. As
soon as Harry and Draco are introduced, Draco immediately starts displaying his
spoiled behavior, and makes a few disparaging remarks about Muggles and Muggle-
born wizards like Harry. He also makes fun of Hagrid and calls him a savage. Draco
reminds Harry of Dudley and he realizes that he doesn’t want to be friends with
Draco.

4. What does Hagrid buy for Harry?

Hagrid buys Harry a snowy owl as a birthday present on his eleventh birthday which
Harry names Hedwig. Hedwig becomes Harry’s loyal companion throughout the series,
delivering and receiving letters for him and even helping him in his adventures.

5. What does Harry purchase at Ollivander’s? What does Ollivander say is

“curious” about this object?

At Ollivander’s wand shop, Harry purchases a wand made of holly wood with a
phoenix feather core. Ollivander reveals that the phoenix whose feather is in Harry’s
wand also gave one other feather – the feather that is in the wand of Voldemort.
Ollivander says that it is very unusual for two wands to share the same core and that
the wand chooses the wizard.

Chapter 6: The Journey from Platform Nine-and-

Three-Quarters
1. How does Harry get to Platform Nine-and-Three-Quarters at King’s Cross
Station? What is it like there?

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Harry accesses Platform Nine-and-Three-Quarters by running through a solid brick wall
located between platforms nine and ten, which is actually a magical portal. The
platform is bustling with Hogwarts students and their families, magical creatures, and
the Hogwarts Express train.

2. How are Hermione, Neville, and the Weasley’s (especially Ron) introduced in
this chapter? What are their identifying features?

Hermione is first introduced as a clever and bossy girl with bushy brown hair and large
front teeth. She is helping a boy named Neville find his lost toad. Neville is described
as forgetful and clumsy, with a round face. Ron is portrayed as poor, with bright red
hair and a long nose. The Weasley family, including Ron, is initially introduced at
King’s Cross Station, where they help Harry find Platform Nine-and-Three-Quarters.
They are depicted as friendly and welcoming to Harry.

3. How are the first-year students brought from the train to Hogwarts?

The first-year students are brought from the train to Hogwarts by riding across the
Black Lake on boats. After leaving the Hogwarts Express, the students follow Hagrid,
the Keeper of Keys and Grounds, to the boats waiting at the water’s edge.

Chapter 7: The Sorting Hat

1. What is the Sorting Ceremony? Why is Harry so nervous about this Ceremony?

The Sorting Ceremony is when new Hogwarts students are sorted into one of four
houses, namely, Gryffindor, Slytherin, Ravenclaw, and Hufflepuff, based on their
personality traits. Harry is nervous because he doesn’t want to be sorted into
Slytherin, which is known for producing dark wizards.

2. Why does the Sorting Hat say that Harry is “difficult”? Into which house is Harry
sorted?

The Sorting Hat says that Harry is difficult because he possesses many qualities that
would make him a good fit for multiple Hogwarts houses. Harry does not want to be
sorted into Slytherin house, and so, the Sorting Hat decides to place Harry in
Gryffindor. This is likely because he has already shown bravery and courage in
standing up to Lord Voldemort, and the Sorting Hat recognizes those traits in him.
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 3. What is Harry’s “strange dream” at the end of the chapter?

Harry had a strange dream at the end of the chapter in which he was wearing
Professor Quirrell’s turban, and the turban kept telling him to transfer to Slytherin, as
it was his destiny. Harry told the turban that he didn’t want to be in Slytherin, and
the turban tightened painfully. There was also Malfoy, who while laughing at Harry as
he struggled with it, turned to Professor Snape, whose laugh became high and cold.
There was then a flash of green light, and Harry woke up.

Chapter 8: The Potions Master

1. How is Hogwarts described?

Hogwarts is described as a large, majestic castle with towering turrets, pointed

spires, and massive stone walls that are centuries old, located in the Scottish
Highlands and surrounded by a deep forest and a sprawling lake.

2. Who is “The Potions Master”? How is he described?

The Potions Master is Severus Snape, who teaches Potions at Hogwarts School of
Witchcraft and Wizardry. He is described as having greasy, shoulder length black hair,
a hooked nose, and a sallow complexion. He has a thin and angular face, and his black
eyes are described as being cold and penetrating.

3. What article from The Daily Prophet does Harry come across in Hagrid’s hut?

Harry comes across an article in The Daily Prophet titled “Gringotts Break-in Latest.”
This article reports on the break-in at Gringotts Wizarding Bank, which took place on
the same day Harry and Hagrid had retrieved the Philosopher’s Stone, an object that
was being stored in the bank’s high-security vault.

Chapter 9: The Midnight Duel

1. How do the first-year Hogwarts students do with their first flying lesson?

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The first-year Hogwarts students struggle with their flying lesson and find it difficult
to control their brooms. Neville Longbottom has particular difficulty and ends up
crashing into the ground. They eventually manage to get the hang of it with the help
of Madam Hooch.

2. Why does McGonagall introduce Harry to Oliver Wood?

Professor McGonagall introduces Harry to Oliver Wood because Wood is the captain of
the Gryffindor Quidditch team and McGonagall believes that Harry has a natural
talent for flying and could be a valuable addition to the team as a Seeker.

3. Who challenges Harry to the “Midnight Duel”? What happens at this duel?

Draco Malfoy challenges Harry to a Midnight Duel, but the duel is interrupted by the
arrival of Finch. Harry and Malfoy accidentally enter the forbidden third-floor
corridor, and they hear a strange, sinister voice before being caught by Professor
McGonagall.

4. What do Harry, Ron, and Hermione encounter on the forbidden corridor of the
third floor?

Harry, Hermione, and Ron encounter a three-headed dog named Fluffy on the
forbidden corridor of the third floor. They learn that Fluffy is guarding something
important, which sets off a chain of events that leads them to discover the existence
of the Philosopher’s Stone.

Chapter 10: Halloween

1. What does Harry receive from Professor McGonagall?

Harry receives a Nimbus 2000 broomstick as a gift from Professor McGonagall. She
gives him the broomstick after he joins the Gryffindor Quidditch team as the Seeker,
and he uses it to compete in Quidditch matches throughout his time at Hogwarts. The
Nimbus 2000 is a high-quality, top-of-the-line broomstick that is coveted by many
Quidditch players.

2. What are the rules of quidditch? What position will Harry play?

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Quidditch involves two teams of seven players each, flying on broomsticks, trying to
score points by throwing a ball called the Quaffle through hoops at either end of the
pitch. There are also two other balls in play: the Bludgers, which are enchanted balls
that fly around the pitch and try to knock players off their brooms, and the Golden
Snitch, a small, fast-moving ball that is worth 150 points and is caught by the Seeker
to end the game. Each team has three Chasers, two Beaters, one Keeper, and one
Seeker. Harry plays the position of Seeker, which is a very important position.

3. Why do Harry and Ron go down to the dungeons? What do they encounter
there?

Harry and Ron go down to the dungeons to investigate why Hermione is missing and
find out what Snape is up to. While they are there, they encounter a troll that has
somehow gotten into Hogwarts and is rampaging through the dungeons. They manage
to lock the troll in a bathroom with Hermione, who they rescue.

4. What lie does Hermione tell?

Hermione lies to Professor McGonagall to protect Harry and Ron from getting into too
much trouble. She says that she went looking for the troll on her own because she
thought she could deal with it as she had read about them. She says that Harry and
Ron came looking for her, and if it wasn’t for them, she’d be dead. This lie helps to
prevent Harry and Ron from being expelled from Hogwarts and shows Hermione’s
loyalty to her friends.

Chapter 11: Quidditch

1. What does Harry overhear in the interaction between Snape and Filch?

Harry had had his book “Quidditch Through the Ages” taken from him by Snape, and
he goes to the staff room to ask for it back. He pushes the door ajar and peers inside.
He sees Filch handing Snape bandages as his leg was bloody and injured. Snape refers
to something as “blasted thing” and says it’s impossible to keep your eyes on all three
heads at once. This seems to indicate that Snape is aware of Fluffy and he’s after
what he is guarding.

2. What does Hermione do to Snape during the quidditch game? Why?

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During the Quidditch game, Hermione sets Snape’s robes on fire using a spell because
she believes that he is jinxing Harry’s broom, causing him to lose control. This
distraction allows Harry to regain control of his broom and win the game for
Gryffindor.

3. How does Harry catch the snitch?

During the game, Harry spots the Snitch’s glint and begins to chase after it on his
broomstick. The opposing team’s captain, Marcus Flint, sees this and blocks Harry’s
broomstick. At one point, Harry’s broomstick starts to behave erratically. After
regaining control of his broomstick, Harry speeds toward the ground and manages to
catch the snitch with his mouth.

4. Who is Fluffy?

Fluffy is a three-headed dog that belongs to Hagrid, the gamekeeper at Hogwarts

School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Fluffy plays a key role in guarding the trapdoor
leading to the chamber where the Philosopher’s Stone is hidden. Harry, Hermione,
and Ron must use music to put Fluffy to sleep in order to get past him and continue
on their quest to protect the Philosopher’s Stone.

Chapter 12: The Mirror of Erised

1. Who is Nicholas Flamel and why are Harry, Ron, and Hermione trying to find
out information about him?

Nicholas Flamel is a legendary alchemist who is said to have discovered the

Philosopher’s Stone, a magical substance that can turn any metal into gold and grant
immortality to its owner. Harry, Hermione, and Ron try to find information about him
because Hagrid had accidentally mentioned his name while talking about the
Philosopher’s Stone and they suspect he may be involved in the theft of the stone in
some way.

2. What game does Ron start to try to teach Harry about?

Ron tries to teach Harry how to play wizard’s chess. Ron explains that wizard’s chess
is a magical version of chess in which the pieces are alive and can move on their own,
and that it requires strategic thinking and bravery to win.
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 3. What Christmas gifts does Harry get? What does he receive that used to belong
to his father?

Harry receives a wooden flute from Hagrid, a large tin of treacle fudge and a Weasley
sweater from Mrs. Weasley, and a box of Chocolate Frogs from Hermione. The gift
that Harry receives that used to belong to his father is his father’s invisibility cloak.

4. What is “The Mirror of Erised”? Why does Dumbledore say that men “have
wasted away before it”?

The Mirror of Erised is a magical mirror that shows the viewer the deepest, most
desperate desire of their hearts. Dumbledore says that men have “wasted away
before it” because the mirror is so powerful that people can become obsessed with
what they see and lose touch with reality.

Chapter 13: Nicholas Flamel

1. What does Harry give to Neville? Why? What does Neville give Harry in return?
What does Harry learn as a result?

Harry gives Neville a Chocolate Frog as a gift, and Neville gives Harry the card that
came with it, which has Dumbledore on it. Harry looks at the card and suddenly
remembers where he had read Nicholas Flamel’s name before. He turns the card over
and learns that Dumbledore has worked with Nicolas Flamel before on alchemy.

2. What is the Sorcerer’s Stone? Why does the trio think that Snape might want it?

The Sorcerer’s Stone (also known as the Philosopher’s Stone in the UK version) is a
legendary substance that has the power to create the “Elixir of Life,” which can grant
immortality to the drinker, and also has the power to turn any metal into pure gold.
The trio suspects that Snape may want it because they overheard him talking about it
with Quirrell and believe he may be trying to obtain it for Voldemort.

3. What conversation does Harry overhear in the Forbidden Forest?

Harry overhears a conversation between Snape and Quirrell in the Forbidden Forest.
Snape threatens Quirrell and asks him if he’s figured out how to get past Fluffy yet.
He then warns Quirrell and tells him he doesn’t want Snape as an enemy. This
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conversation further adds to Harry’s suspicion that Snape may be working with
Quirrell to obtain the stone.

Chapter 14: Norbert the Norwegian Ridgeback

1. Why do the trio visit Hagrid’s hut? What information do they find out from
him?

The trio visits Hagrid’s hut to ask him what else is guarding the Philosopher’s Stone
apart from Fluffy. Hagrid accidentally reveals that there are other protections, such
as enchantments and spells, which were done by Professors Sprout, Flitwick,
McGonagall, Quirrell, Snape, and Dumbledore.

2. What creature is Hagrid keeping in his hut? Why do the trio suddenly need to
come up with a plan to get rid of it? What is their plan?

Hagrid is keeping a dragon, which he won in a card game, in his hut. The trio plans to
get rid of it when they learn that Malfoy has overheard them talking about the dragon
and has reported them to Professor McGonagall. The trio’s plan is to secretly
transport the dragon out of Hogwarts and send it to Ron’s older brother Charlie, who
works with dragons in Romania.

3. What does Harry leave on top of the observation tower?

Harry leaves his invisibility cloak on top of the observation tower after using it to
sneak around Hogwarts and carry the crate with Hagrid’s dragon Norbert to the tower
where Ron’s brother Charlie will collect it.

Chapter 15: The Forbidden Forest

1. Why are Draco, Neville, Hermione, and Harry being punished and what is their
punishment?

Draco, Neville, Hermione, and Harry are punished because they were caught out of
bed after hours by Professor McGonagall. Their punishment is to serve detention with

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Hagrid in the Forbidden Forest. They are tasked with finding an injured unicorn and
putting it out of its misery.

2. What does Harry overhear Quirrell saying?

While walking back from the library one afternoon, Harry heard somebody whimpering
in a classroom. It was Quirrell. It sounded as though someone was threatening him.
Harry heard Quirrell say “All right - all right” to someone. Harry then saw Quirrell
rushing out of the classroom looking very pale and frightened.

3. Who is Ronan? What does he tell Hagrid?

Ronan is a centaur who lives in the Forbidden Forest. When Harry, Hermione, and
Hagrid are walking through the forest, they encounter Ronan and another centaur
named Bane. Ronan tells Hagrid that Mars is unusually bright tonight and that this is a
sign of trouble to come.

4. What do Harry and Malfoy see out in the Forbidden Forest?

During their detention in the forbidden forest, they encounter a mysterious hooded
figure drinking unicorn blood, which causes Harry to experience a piercing pain in his
head. It takes a minute or two for it to pass. He then sees a centaur standing over
him.

5. What does Firenze tell Harry about unicorns?

Firenze explains to Harry that unicorns are pure and innocent creatures and slaying
them is a horrible crime. He tells Harry that drinking the blood of a unicorn will keep
a person alive, even if they are on the brink of death, but such a person will live a
cursed life.

6. What does Harry find waiting for him in his bed?

When Harry returns to his room and pulls back the sheets, he finds his invisibility
cloak neatly folded underneath them. There is a note attached to it that says, “Just
in case.”

Chapter 16: Through the Trap Door

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 1. Why does Hermione put Neville in a “Body-Bind”?

Hermione Granger puts Neville Longbottom under the Full Body-Bind Curse (Petrificus
Totales) because he was trying to stop them from sneaking out of Gryffindor Tower
and trying to stop Snape from stealing the Philosopher’s Stone. This scene shows
Hermione’s dedication to the mission and her willingness to go against her own friends
for the greater good.

2. How do the trio get Fluffy to fall asleep? What happens once they get through
the trap door?

To get past Fluffy, the trio plays music on a harp that they had found lying near the
trapdoor. The music puts Fluffy to sleep, allowing the trio to get past him and through
the trapdoor. Once they get through the trapdoor, Harry, Hermione, and Ron
encounter a series of challenges set up to protect the Philosopher’s Stone. They face
a series of tasks, including a devil’s snare, a room filled with winged keys, and a game
of wizard’s chess.

3. What is Devil’s Snare and how do the trio survive it?

The devil’s snare is a magical plant that the trio encounters as one of the obstacles
guarding the Philosopher’s Stone. Devil’s snare is a dangerous plant that can suffocate
and strangle its victims. The plant hates sunlight and grows in the dark. Hermione
instructs Harry and Ron to relax and not to struggle, as that would cause the plant to
tighten its grip. She then casts a spell that creates a burst of flames, causing the
devil’s snare to wither away.

4. How do the trio pass the test of the flying keys?

Harry, Hermione, and Ron mount the broomsticks they find in the room and fly
through the swarm of keys. After some time, Harry spots the right key and chases
after it. He manages to catch it and unlocks the door to the next chamber.

5. How does Ron guide Harry and Hermione to victory in Wizard Chess?

Ron guides Harry and Hermione to victory in the game of wizard’s chess by taking on
the role of the chess pieces on the board. He uses his knowledge of wizard’s chess to
strategize and plan their moves, sacrificing himself as a knight in order to allow Harry
and Hermione to checkmate the opposing King and win the game.

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 6. What is the riddle of the seven bottles and how does Hermione solve it?

The riddle of the seven bottles is a logic puzzle that Harry and Hermione must solve in
order to move on to the next chamber guarding the Philosopher’s Stone. Hermione
solves the riddle by realizing that they need to find the bottles that will allow them to
move forward, while avoiding those that will transport them back or kill them. She
uses her logical thinking to identify the correct bottles to drink, allowing them to win
the puzzle.

Chapter 17: The Man with Two Faces

1. What does Professor Quirrell reveal about himself to Harry?

Professor Quirrell reveals to Harry that he is actually working for Lord Voldemort and
that he was the one trying to steal the Philosopher’s Stone. He also admits that he
was the one who had been trying to kill Harry throughout the school year, and that
Voldemort is currently living on the back of his head, controlling his actions.

2. What does Harry see when he looks into the Mirror of Erised?

When Professor Quirrell asks Harry to look into the Mirror of Erised, Harry sees himself
holding the Philosopher’s Stone, with its powers fully in his possession. This is because
Harry’s deepest desire at that moment is to prevent Voldemort from stealing the
stone and using it to return to power.

3. What happens when Harry touches Professor Quirrell?

When Harry touches Professor Quirrell, Quirrell’s skin blisters and burns upon contact.
This is because Quirrell is actually being possessed by Lord Voldemort, who is living on
the back of his head. Voldemort’s presence is so evil and powerful that it burns and
weakens Quirrell’s body, and Harry’s touch causes him intense pain.

4. What does Harry learn about Snape from Dumbledore?

Harry learns that Snape and his father, James Potter, had a complicated history in
their school days. They hated each other and were rivals. But then, James Potter
saved Snape’s life and Snape couldn’t bear being in his debt, so he had been trying to
protect Harry all year to repay his father’s debt.
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 5. What is the final result of the House Cup?

Although Gryffindor house is in last place at first, Dumbledore awards some last-
minute points to Harry, Hermione, Ron, and Neville for their bravery, courage, and
intelligence. Once he’s done, Gryffindor house stands in first place and wins the
House Cup. This victory is particularly sweet for Gryffindor, as they narrowly beat out
their rivals, Slytherin, who had won the House Cup for the previous six years in a row.

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