Only Fans Smarter Than Hermione Can Ace This Harry Potter Quiz
- by Emily Medlock
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Expecto patronum! If you're a Harry Potter fan, you know what this spell is used for. To protect against Dementors, right? Or was it to summon your dearest memories? Hmmm...could it be both? With eight movies in total (which are more popular than the books even) it's easy to miss a few details. But there are some things that everyone knows. Such as what kind of pet Hagrid bought for Harry. Was it a bunny, a frog, or an owl? Anyone who doesn't know Hedwig is in for a grand surprise. But some things will slip your mind fairly easy, such as Harry's middle name. Tick...tock.
While you may forget some things, that's okay. We can't all remember everything we'v ever seen, but it will be a thousand times easier for real Potterheads than the casual ones we meet every day. Using your wit and Hermione-like process of elimination skills, if you're a real Potter fan, you won't have a problem. Potterheads unite as you smile at every question, letting your true nerd show. So Reparo any dead brain cells and don't be afraid to look Riddikulus, because we're about to see if you can be the Lumos in the darkness.
So what is Harry's middle name?
We all know the main character of the series as Harry Potter, but did it ever occur to you that he would have a middle name? For many, they know the answer before they even look at the options, but for others, it takes a bit of deep thinking. For example, Hermione's middle name is Jean, as in Hermione Jean Granger, but her middle name is less known than Harry's. What is Harry Potter's middle name (or was the orphan even given one)?
What does Alohomora do?
This spell is taught in Charms class to first years at Hogwarts school of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Funny enough, it's one of the first spells they learn. Since it can be annoying and dangerous, an anti-Alohomora spell was created which counteracts the effects of Alohomora. Kids will be taught both of them their first year in case they ever need to use it. And Hermione always did use this one when the kids went sneaking out. But what does it do?
Which animal is on Hufflepuff's emblem?
As the Sorting Hat says to those chosen, "You might belong in Hufflepuff, where they are just and loyal, those patient Hufflepuffs are true, and unafraid of toil!" We know that Gryffindor's mascot is the lion and Slytherin's is a snake, but Hufflepuff's is a little harder to imagine. Their color is yellow, and they reek of kindness and generosity. Famous Hufflepuffs include Newton Scamander, Nymphadora Tonks, and Cedric Diggory. Which animal is Hufflepuff's mascot that appears on their banner?
Who of the following is a "Mudblood"?
Though the term is derogatory, it refers to someone who knows magic but was born to muggle parents. It is seen as disgraceful at Hogwarts to many, but impressive to others to be a muggle-born. Lily Potter, Harry's mother, herself was a muggle-born witch, and just as lovely as any other. Even Albus' mother was a so-called "mudblood" herself. But there is one important muggle-born member that hasn't been mentioned yet. Which of the following wizards were born to muggle parents?
What is Harry's aunt's name?
When Harry is left as an orphan, it's up to his only remaining family members to raise him. This aunt is seen as selfish and unkind, caring only of her son rather than Harry. She was meant to raise Harry as her own, but treated him like an animal. In the end, it is shown that she is indeed much kinder than her husband, but still nothing compared to Albus Dumbledore. While Harry's uncle's name is Vernon, what is Harry's aunt's name?
How many Weasley siblings are there?
The Weasleys are one of the most famous families at Hogwarts, known for their red hair and silly ways. Ron Weasley (the most famous of them in our book) is one of Harry Potter's very best friends. Ron has siblings who are all mentioned and seen many times during the movies. They are all of importance and have unique, endearing personalities. Count if you must, but let us know...how many Weasley kids are there? And yes, only Ron and his siblings count.
Who kills Dumbledore?
At the end of the Half-Blood Prince, we lose one of the most precious characters ever to grace the big screen. His death is done for the sake of the greater good, but that's not how everyone sees it. The beloved character had a hard time, but it was still an act no pure man could have committed. With all of our mixed feelings, it's quite painful in the end. Who is the one that technically kills Albus Dumbledore in the movies?
What kind of animal is Fluffy?
Fluffy is a "vicious" predator that guards the sorcerer's stone in the first movie. Hagrid gives the tip to play music in order to get past him, and this takes place. In exchange Hagrid gets a dragon egg. The stone is highly guarded because it is used to make the Elixir of Life (immortality) and can turn any metal into gold. But what kind of creature could be so ferocious that this advice is needed to guard such a precious item?
What article of clothing freed Dobby?
Dobby was a sweet and innocent house-elf that belonged to Lucius Malfoy. He was forced to obey him until he day that Lucius freed him by giving him an article of clothing. This is the only way a house-elf may be freed. That's why Harry tricked Lucius into freeing the house elf without nothing but pure intentions. In the end, the loyalty was too strong, however, he died a free elf. What piece of clothing did Lucius inadvertently use to free his elf?
What kind of animal can Harry talk to?
The ability to speak this language known as Parseltongue is always hereditary, meaning only people who descend from one man know it. But the reason that Harry learned it was not conventional. His was not hereditary and was gifted to him by a certain someone special. It was first discovered that Harry could speak Paresletongue when he went to the zoo and his cousin learned that he was speaking to an animal. What kind of animal could Harry speak to since infancy?
What was Hermione's Patronus?
Seen as the most difficult spell for Hermione to conjure, the Patronus is inborn. Harry could cast his at a very young age and has the same type of stag that his father did. His mother had a doe that is in a way shared with Severus Snape. His undying love for her is what gave him the same Patronus as her. But Hermione's isn't quite as easy to remember, nor as common. Which animal is Hermione's Patronus modeled after?
What did Albus give Harry on his first Christmas at Hogwarts?
When Harry was left at Hogwarts his first year during the holidays, Albus anonymously sent him a gift. Harry was thrilled to actually be given a gift for the holidays and ecstatic that someone would think of him. This object was one that helped him and his friends unexpectedly throughout the series, but of course, this was expected in the all-knowing Dumbledore's eyes, we are sure. But what item did Harry Potter receive from Albus Dumbledore that first year at Hogwarts?
Which platform takes you to Hogwarts?
This is the train platform where students board the Hogwarts Express that takes them to the school. It is hidden in order to not allow muggles through, as it's against the law to reveal magic. The number is above a solid wall that can actually be walked through. Located at King's Cross Station in London, a guard stands just outside of it to regulate the visitors in order to make sure no unwanted guests pass through. Under what platform number can you find this secret entrance?
Where does Moaning Myrtle live?
Myrtle Elizabeth Warren was a Muggle-born witch who used to go to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft. But then, she was killed in 1943 and thus haunts the school to this day. While living, she was always teased due to her personality and her looks involving glasses and acne. But as a ghost, she makes friends with the gang and helps them along their way. Though she travels around the school, where does Moaning Myrtle usually reside after her death at Hogwarts?
Who does Hermione take to the Yule Ball?
This man finally mustered up the courage to ask Hermione Grtanger (whom he had a crush on) to the ball as his date. This date eventually saves Hermione at the tr-wizard tournament, though she almost dies due to the judges. Despite this, he wasn't who Hermione really wanted to ask her at the time. Despite this, they have a good time, and and the two remain good friends. Who asked Hermione to go the the Yule Ball with him during the tournament?
What is Harry's first broom called?
This broom was created by a Racing Broom Company and was released in 1991. In 1991, it was the fastest broom in existence. It was the best Quidditch broom until the next model was released. Harry Potter was given the broom from Minerva McGonagall when he joined the Gryffindor Quidditch team as a Seeker. It did well until it struck the Whomping Willow during a match. Thankfully, he soon gets a new model. What was this first broom of Harry's called?
Who tells Harry that he's a wizard?
In the middle of the night, a knock wakes the Dursley household. A certain wizard is beyond, waiting to be invited in. At the time, Harry knows nothing of wizards and is told by the visitor who he is. The visitor also screams at the Dursleys for not letting Harry know who he was. After letting him in on the small details, Harry is taken to Hogwarts by the visitor and thus, the series begins. But who is this visitor who tells Harry of his origins?
Who forced Harry to use the Black Quill as detention?
Harry's first detention included answering Lockhart's fanmail, which was nothing compared to most. Often, the students are asked to do something that benefits the school. But under another teacher, their punishment was different. This teacher forced Harry (and other students) to spend hours a day for a week using a Black Quill to write. Whenever something is written with this, they will draw blood in the same way that they wrote with the quill, leaving scarring in its wake. Which teacher used this punishment?
Which house does Snape deduce the most points from?
Throughout the series of Harry Potter, Severus Snape took ten points away from two different houses and zero away from another. But it seemed he was anything but just. He actually picked on one particular house. In total, Snape took over 200 points away from this house during the school season. He even took points away in 50-point segments which was unheard of unless the act was violent or dangerous. Which house did Snape take over 200 points away from?
What did Dumbledore's Boggart turn into?
A Boggart is a shape-shifting creature that attacks by turning into your worst fear. Sometimes it's an animal, sometimes it's a person, and sometimes it's an object. While most of the children at Hogwarts' Boggart turned into Voldemort, Ron's turned into a spider and Hermione's a teacher failing her. Harry's was a Dementor, or "fear itself" according to Lupin. You see, those are young children with real fears. But what could frighten poor Albus Dumbledore more than anything in the world?
What are Voldemort's follower's called?
The people who created this organization said this of themselves, "They were a motley collection; a mixture of the weak seeking protection, the ambitious seeking some shared glory, and the thuggish gravitating toward a leader who could show them more refined forms of cruelty." From then on, they banded together, often gaining new members who would seek power with them and worship their leader...Lord Voldemort. What is the name of this evil organization intent on torturing those outside of their group?
Who is the half-blood prince?
The Half-Blood Prince is one of the best movies and books in the series. It’s when the Order of the Phoenix and the Death Eaters cross paths and we’re not sure who to trust anymore. Who is loyal and who is about to join forces with Voldemort? This is when the war truly begins! Many awful things happen in the movie, such as Dumbledore's own death and funeral. But what we want to know is who is technically, the “half-blood prince” in these movies/books?
What game do Ron, Hermione, and Harry play in the Sorcerer's Stone?
This is one game that Ron Weasley excelled at, as he played with his siblings. During 1992 a giant version of it was the third-to-last layer of security for the Sorcerer's Stone. Ron was the only one with extensive knowledge of the violent game and eventually ended up making it through, saving his friends and getting injured in the process. The large wizard's version of what game did Ron beat in order to access the Sorcerer's stone for the trio?
Who is a famous torturer?
While there are many awful things this Death Eater has done in their time on earth, the torturing addiction is by far the most heinous. And a certain event was the worst of them all. This evil human tortured Neville Longbottom's parents so brutally that they went crazy and were locked in the insane asylum. The torturer even murdered their own family! What villain was so evil that they actually are famous for their brutality and need to torture others?
What color is unicorn blood?
Unicorns are majestic creatures that would never harm anyone. But that doesn't mean that they are left alone. While folklore may tell you something different, we're talking about Harry Potter right now. People use unicorn blood to save their own lives as it can recover anyone who drinks it. But at a price, because anyone who slays a unicorn is given a cursed life that is half as long as it was meant to be. What color is that immortal blood?
Whose father writes the Quibbler?
The Quibbler is known as "The Wizarding World's Alternative Voice" and discusses many theories rather than news stories. Many think that The Quibbler is a bunch of "rubbish" and speaks of nothing that matters. It gained fame when it published an interview with Harry titled Return of Lord Voldemort. The interview opposed the lies told in the Daily Prophet that made Harry look like a crazy man. In the end, Dolores Umbridge banned the magazine from Hogwarts with disdain for the publisher. Who is responsible for publishing the Quibbler?
Where does Hagrid hide his wand?
As a child, Hagrid was expelled from Hogwarts after he was framed by Tom Riddle for the crime of opening the Chamber of Secrets. Due to this, his wand was snapped in two, never to be used again. After this, he started to hide his newly repaired wand (no one knows how he repaired it) in an inconspicuous place. Dumbledore secretly approves of this, but others would be furious if they knew. Where does Hagrid secretly keep his wand so the not-so-do-gooders can't find it?
What creature attacks Hermione in the first movie?
This creature was actually brought to Hogwarts by Quirinus Quirrell in order to get his hands on the Sorcerer’s Stone. He had a rare talent of controlling the creatures, and let one loose at the school to distract everyone. Just before, Ron hurt Hermione’s feelings by saying she had no friends, so she retreated to cry. It just so happened to be where the creature was headed. Harry and Ron helped her out of the mess, and no one found out where the creature came from. But what creature was it?
What happened to Snape when Neville used Riddikulus on him?
Neville Longbottom's greatest fear was Severus Snape. That's why his Boggart turned into Snape, despite the class thinking the fear was funny. In order to overcome the fear the Boggart represents, Remus Lupin taught the children to turn their Boggart into something funny, that they would laugh at rather than be afraid of. This was an intelligent counteractive way to combat their fear, as well as the enemy. What happened to Neville's Snape when he had Riddikulus used on him?
What does Ron eat chocolate versions of on the train?
These treats are a popular sweet packaged with collectible cards portraying famous wizards and witches. They act like real animals but are edible, and tasty at that. In their first year, Harry, Ron, and Hermione used the cards to identify Nicolas Flamel, who was Albus’ best friend. The treats are seen throughout the series, and are even given as gifts on multiple occasions. For one, Hermione gives a box of them to Harry for Christmas. But a box of what animal?
Who can see Thestrals?
A Thestral is a winged horse that is very rare and dangerous. They are seen as omens of misfortune and aggression for specific reasons. Only experienced wizards are allowed to even attempt to handle Thestrals. They are illegal to deal with or own without Ministry consent. But only a certain type of person has the ability to see Thestrals, Luna Lovegood and Harry Potter being two of those people. What kind of person can see a Thestral's true reptilian form?
What are Hermione's parents?
Hermione’s parents were proud of their daughter's identity as a witch. They first entered the magical world in 1992 to buy Hermione's school supplies, and had Arthur Weasley to help them. In The Deathly Hallows, Hermione has to change her parents' memories and give them new identities as Wendell and Monica Wilkins. This would protect them from the Death Eaters. After the war, she found them in Australia and returned their memories. Before all of that, what did the two do for a living?
Who was Harry's first crush?
Since a lot went on the first few years Harry was at Hogwarts, he didn't get much of a chance with girls. He didn't even begin to notice them until they were preparing for the war with Dumbeldore's army. That's when he had his first crush and kissed the first girl he'd ever liked. This makes Ginny very jealous as she has liked him since the beginning. But what is this girl's name who stole Harry's love before Ginny did?
How many points is the Golden Snitch worth?
"This ...is the Golden Snitch, and it's the most important ball of the lot. It's very hard to catch because it's so fast and difficult to see. It's the Seeker's job to catch it," the first book says. When in a game of quidditch, it is the seeker's job to catch this lovely little guy. The winner of the match is the one who catches the snitch. But that isn't the only way to gain points. How many points is it worth?
What is the Hogwarts motto?
Hogwarts is the only school for wizards in Britain and is the one that all attend. Throughout Harry's stay there, he hears many quotes, phrases, and personal mottos. Many give him much to gain while others simply dumbfound him. But there is only one that when translated is this...the Hogwarts motto. We're not sure where it came from but we know that it is and will forever be the words they shall live by. Which of these is considered Hogwarts' one and only school motto?