If You Pass This HP Quiz, You Belong In Ravenclaw
- by Rose Moore
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Or yet in wise old Ravenclaw,
if you've a ready mind,
Where those of wit and learning,
Will always find their kind...
With these words, the readers of Harry Potter first learn the defining characteristics of House Ravenclaw, the smartest of the Houses at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Although there are plenty of studious and intelligent witches and wizards in other houses (just look at Hermione!), those who prize wit and wisdom above all else almost always end up in Ravenclaw. Also known for their creativity, and occasionally their eccentricities, the Ravenclaws of Hogwarts are a phenomenal House... and many readers find that, as bookworms themselves, they know that the Sorting Hat would have put them in Ravenclaw without thinking twice!
But if you are a true Ravenclaw, can you prove it? Does your knowledge go deeper than just the house colors and the basic history of the witch who founded it back at the beginning of Hogwarts' history? Can you name the Quidditch team, the element associated with the house, which teachers were sorted into it, and the history of the Ravenclaw family? Those studious Ravenclaws who have read up on Hogwarts: A History will surely know the answers... and if you consider yourself a true Ravenclaw, we bet that you can manage a perfect score on this Ravenclaw quiz! (Hufflepuffs need not apply...)
How Does The Sorting Hat First Describe Ravenclaws?
In Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, Harry first hears the Sorting Hat sing its yearly song to describe the traits of the Hogwarts houses. Although the Sorting Hat sings a slightly different song each year, the main traits of the Houses never change... and Harry's very first year, the Hat focuses on each of the four houses in turn. What is the phrase used to describe the house of Ravenclaw, on that very first night at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry?
What is the bird of Ravenclaw?
Each of the four Hogwarts houses have an animal that represents them; Gryffindor has the Lion, Hufflepuff has the Badger, and Slytherin has the Snake. Ravenclaw is represented by a bird, who appears in their common room and on their door knocker, as well as on decorations and other paraphernalia of the Hogwarts house. Which bird is it, that represents this house of learning and curiosity, though? Be a careful and clever Ravenclaw, here - it may not be what you expect!
What are the Ravenclaw house colors (in the book)?
Although there are lots of symbols and elements that represent each house (an animal, an element, etc etc), probably the most immediately obvious way of dividing the houses is by their colors. The house colors are shown in Hogwarts school ties, as well as their scarves, jumpers, and robes. The colors are also found in the common room and dorms, which are decorated in house colors, and the colors are used in Quidditch and the House Cup decorations and hourglasses.
What are the Ravenclaw house colors (in the movies)?
Although most of the elements of Ravenclaw are adapted accurately from page to screen, the house colors were actually changed for the movies. This was a purely aesthetic decision, made to allow the Ravenclaw colors to stand out more and look better on camera (and it's not the only color change, either, although it's the only one of the Houses whose colors change). What were the new Ravenclaw house colors that were used in the Harry Potter film series, but not the books?
What element is associated with Ravenclaw?
Each of the four Hogwarts houses is associated with one of the four basic elements: Earth, Air, Fire and Water. These elements are not chosen randomly, of course, but are carefully based on the traits associated with witches and wizards within each House. Everything, from the house colors to their animals to the locations of the dorms and common rooms can be connected to the House element - even if they don't come up too much in the films! Which element belongs to Ravenclaw?
Where is the Ravenclaw common room?
Each of the Hogwarts Houses has their own living space within the castle - somewhere that has a common room, for students to relax, socialize, do homework or hobbies, as well as dormitories for the students of that House. The common rooms are only for students of those specific houses, and are designed to mirror the traits of the house and appeal to those students who are sorted into them. Where would you find Ravenclaw's common room and dorms in the Hogwarts castle?
How do you enter the Ravenclaw common room?
Although many students don't even know where the common rooms of the other houses are, if they do find out, they can't simply stroll in. Each of the common rooms also has a secret, that only allows those in the know to enter. Gryffindor has a password that must be given to the Fat Lady, Hufflepuff requires students to tap enchanted barrels in the correct rhythm, and Slytherin also has a password - that, like Gryffindor's, changes regularly, so students have to know the latest one to enter.
What is the name of Ravenclaw's founder?
The story of the four founders of Hogwarts is the stuff of legend in the wizarding world. Each of the founders came together to create the school of witchcraft and wizardry, and chose to divide their students by the traits that they prized above all else. While the four remained friends for many years, eventually, a disagreement broke them apart. Salazar Slytherin, who wanted to teach only purebloods, eventually left the school in a rage because his friends refused to limit the Hogwarts students in this way.
What was Rowena Ravenclaw's best-known saying?
The Scottish witch Rowena Ravenclaw was famed for those traits that would later become the common ground for all Ravenclaw students; intelligence, wisdom, and creativity. One of her favorite sayings later also became synonymous with Ravenclaw house, and was even etched into the Diadem of Ravenclaw. This simple saying perfectly sums up the attitude and priorities of Ravenclaw House, although it is not known exactly when Rowena used it, or why she decided to engrave it upon her diadem to preserve it for the ages.
Which Hogwarts Professor was a Ravenclaw hatstall?
A hatstall is the name for a witch or wizard that the sorting hat finds particularly difficult to place, one that takes a long time to sort, because they are so equally suited to more than one of the Hogwarts houses. While this professor was not sorted into Ravenclaw in the end, when they were first a student at Hogwarts, they were a hatstall between Ravenclaw and their actual house (which they even became Head of in later years at the school).
Who is the Head of Ravenclaw House?
Each of the four Hogwarts houses is led by one of the teachers at the school, whose duty is not just to represent their own house, but to deal with punishments, the behaviour of the students in the house, permission slips and emergency measures. They also usually live in the castle, to be present at any time necessary (although many of the other teachers also live on the castle grounds), and help guide students in their subject choices as well as acting as references for them in job searches.
Which of the Golden Trio was nearly a Ravenclaw?
The Golden Trio refers to the three main characters of the Harry Potter series: Harry himself, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger. All three were in Gryffindor House, of course, but one of them was nearly in Ravenclaw instead! In fact, it's even been theorized that each of the Golden Trio represents one of the other three houses of Hogwarts, who come together to make a perfect team: symbolizing the need for all the houses to join together to battle He Who Must Not Be Named...
Which Defense Against The Dark Arts Teacher Was a Ravenclaw?
The various teachers at Hogwarts were once students there (for the most part), so each of the professors has their own House affiliation. Some of the teachers' Houses are obvious - especially if they have become head of that house as professors. However, the loyalties of many of the other professors have been revealed throughout the books and films as well. Which of these Defense Against the Dark Arts teachers was one of two revealed to be a Ravenclaw in the series?
Who is the Ravenclaw house ghost?
As well as the living Heads of House, the Hogwarts students have someone else looking out for them, or at least, representing them in some small way: the house ghosts. There are dozens of ghosts who wander the halls of Hogwarts (or should that be float the halls?), but some are affiliated with one house in particular, and feel a special affinity with the students there. They also have a connection to the House, often having been sorted there when they were alive.
Which other famous Hogwarts ghost was a Ravenclaw?
As well as the Grey Lady, the 'official' ghost of Ravenclaw house, there is a second ghost who is also known to have been a Ravenclaw during her time at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. This ghost doesn't wander the halls like the other ghosts, but tends to stay in one place - the very spot within the castle that she died! She does, however, occasionally pop up elsewhere, and loves to help the Golden Trio in her own way.
How did Rowena Ravenclaw die?
Rowena Ravenclaw passed away of a mysterious and fatal illness in the eleventh century... but there are some legends around her passing that make it a little more romantic than a simple disease (and after all, wizards are very capable healers...). She passed not long after her beloved daughter, Helena, ran away from home, and took her diadem with her! What was it that the legends say actually killed Rowena Ravenclaw, in the end? (Even if we don't know what really did it)
Which Ravenclaw antique was turned into a Horcrux?
When Tom Riddle decided to become immortal, he didn't do it by halves... he did it by sevenths! Riddle, aka Voldemort, tore his soul into seven pieces (and an unintentional eighth, when he tried to kill Harry), leaving only one as his physical self, and storing the rest in objects that had great meaning to him. He used items that came from wizarding families of great power, including one item from the history of Ravenclaw - what was it that he used?
Who Killed Helena Ravenclaw?
Rowena Ravenclaw's death is not the only one that has become the stuff of wizarding legend. Her daughter, Helena, also died a terrible death - one more violent than that of her mother's death by broken heart! Helena ran away with her mother's diadem, hoping to become even smarter and more accomplished than Rowena herself. However, Rowena sent someone to bring her home - and although her messenger was in love with Helena, he flew into a rage and killed her when she refused to return.
What is the name of Ravenclaw in the French version of the books?
The Harry Potter series has been translated into multiple languages all over the globe - which means some interesting changes to the language used, as well! The house name of Ravenclaw changes depending on the language of the books. In Brazil, Ravenclaw becomes Corvinal (from the Portugese for Raven). In Italian, the house is named Corvonero (black raven), and in Romania, it is Ochi-de-soim (eye of the Hawk). In French, the name translates to Eagle's Claw, but how is this written in the books?
Which of these traits is not associated with Ravenclaw?
There are many traits that are commonly associated with each Hogwarts house - and while any student can be brave, cunning, wise, or loyal, no matter their house, the houses themselves are clearly divided. Which of these four traits would not normally be associated with the house of Ravenclaw - whether through the sorting hat's song, the rules of Ravenclaw, their sayings and elements, or any other clue in the books or films? (Remember, this is what ISN'T associated with Ravenclaw).
Who was the Ravenclaw Quidditch captain during the series?
The Ravenclaw Quidditch team may not get the same attention as the Gryffindor or Slytherin teams, but most of the key players are named in the books... even though it's not always on the Quidditch field! The Ravenclaw captain also appears in the scene where Harry takes Cho Chang out for Valentine's Day, to Madame Puddifoot's teashop. There, he is seen with a 'pretty blonde girl', who ends up kissing him over the sugar bowls! But what was his name?
Which of these modes of transport was invented by a Ravenclaw?
Witches and wizards have some really phenomenal ways of getting around - with no long journey times or need to cram themselves onto crowded, dirty public transit. Of course, they haven't had all these ways of getting around forever - at some point, a witch or wizard enchanted the first broom, figured out the formula for Floo Powder, saddled up a Thestral, or figured out the knack of apparating (and not getting splinched!). Which of these was invented by a Ravenclaw?
Which of these love interests is a Ravenclaw?
There are a few love interests for the Golden Trio over the course of the Harry Potter series, as Harry, Ron and Hermione deal with their hormones and teen crushes as well as battling the forces of evil (and getting their charms homework done on time...). While some of their dates and crushes come from their own house, the Golden Trio also have their moments with witches and wizards from other houses - which of these love interests is actually a Ravenclaw?
Which of these is a common Ravenclaw failing?
Most of the houses are known for their positive traits - intelligence, loyalty, bravery, etc. However, each of the houses also have more negative traits that go hand in hand with the positive ones. The Slytherin ambition can make them ruthless, the Gryffindor bravery can make them headstrong and impulsive, the Hufflepuff loyalty can make them easy to manipulate or even walk all over! What is the most common negative trait of Ravenclaw house, the dark side to their airy intelligence?
Who did most Ravenclaws support during the Triwizard Tournament?
During the TriWizard tournament, it was supposed to be easy for all the students to choose which champion to support - they would root for the champion from their own school! However, when Harry was entered as a fourth candidate alongside Hufflepuff's Cedric Diggory, the Hogwarts students were divided (and some were cheering for Quidditch star Victor Krum, anyway). However, most Ravenclaws agreed on who was their true champion - who was it that this house rooted for (most of them, anyway!)?
How is the Ravenclaw common room ceiling decorated?
Each of the house common rooms is decorated to match the tastes and style of the house that lives there. Up in the heights of Ravenclaw tower, the prevailing theme is blue, with tall windows to show off the incredible views over the Hogwarts grounds, with blue silks hanging from them. The carpet is midnight blue, and there is a white marble statue of Rowena Ravenclaw herself by the dorm entrance. But the ceiling is possibly the most impressive part - why?
Who was the Ravenclaw Quidditch Keeper?
One more position on the Ravenclaw Quidditch team to remember... and a very important one, at that! Who was the Ravenclaw Keeper - the one in charge of ensuring that none of the other team's players get the Quaffle through the Ravenclaw hoops! The Ravenclaw Keeper barely gets a mention (although his name is known to those most studious of fans...), unlike that of the Gryffindor Keeper - who gets multiple scenes as Ron Weasley tries out for the position on the team!
Which book does the Ravenclaw common room first appear in?
With the Golden Trio all in Gryffindor (and their biggest rivals all in Slytherin), it's not too surprising that the homes of the Hogwarts' Ravenclaws and Huffelpuffs don't get a whole lot of attention in the books - after all, Harry isn't living there or trying to spy on anyone who does! But the Ravenclaw common room does get a mention in the book series before the end (the Hufflepuff common room isn't visited at all!) - which book does it appear in?
Which other professor is a Ravenclaw?
We've already covered a couple of the Hogwarts professors who were sorted into Ravenclaw when they were students at the school (head of house Professor Flitwick, and Defence Against The Dark Arts Professor Gilderoy Lockhart). However, they aren't the only professors during Harry Potter's time at the school who were known for their learning (and their love of the color blue). Which other professor who teaches at Hogwarts was originally a Ravenclaw when she was a student at the school?
What element of the Ilvermony experience is inspired by Ravenclaw?
Isolt Sayer was the founder of Ilvermony, the American school of Witchcraft and Wizardry that was introduced to the fandom in Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them. Sayer based a lot of the Ilvermony traditions on those of Hogwarts, including the Houses and all the associated elements of the House system. Sayer also wanted to be in Ravenclaw when she was a child, but never got to go to Hogwarts herself - so she based on element in particular of the new school, Ilvermony, on her favorite house.
Who was the Ravenclaw seeker during the book series?
The most famous seeker of the Harry Potter series is, of course, Harry Potter himself. The young Chosen One takes to Quidditch incredibly quickly, even becoming the youngest house seeker in a century! During his time at the school, Slytherin started out with Terence Higgs as Seeker, but he was replaced by Harry's nemesis Draco Malfoy after Mr Malfoy bought the team new brooms. For Hufflepuff, Cedric Diggory was Seeker during the events of the novels as well - but who was the Ravenclaw seeker?
Which Jewels are in the Ravenclaw House Cup Hourglass?
One of the biggest parts of the Hogwarts school years (when Voldemort isn't attacking the castle, that is...) is the House Cup - a competition between houses to see who can get the most points. Points are won or lost by good and bad behavior, and then tracked by magical hourglasses filled with gemstones. Each house's hourglass is filled with gems of a color that matches that of the house; rubies for Gryffindor, emeralds for Slytherin, diamonds for Hufflepuff... and which stone for Ravenclaw?
Which Ravenclaw dated Percy Weasley?
Percy Weasley is probably the least-loved of the sprawling Weasley clan; his love of rules and order took him to a point where he decided to support the Ministry, and break off contact with his own family for being supporters of Dumbledore and Harry Potter! The clan finally reunited in the end, thankfully... but it was a long road to get there. Before any of that happened, though, Percy was at Hogwarts, and had a Ravenclaw girlfriend! What was her name?
Who is the first student sorted into Ravenclaw in Harry Potter And The Philosopher's Stone?
Although Harry hears a little bit about the houses before he arrives at Hogwarts (thanks, Hagrid!), he really only hears about Ravenclaw from the Sorting Hat in the Great Hall on his first night. After listening to the Sorting Hat's song, he and the other first years are sorted in alphabetical order - and Ravenclaw readers of the books might even remember a few of the names who were sorted into their house! Who was the very first student sorted into Ravenclaw in the first novel?
Which Came First, The Phoenix Or The Flame
When Harry and Luna head up to Ravenclaw tower to try and hunt down the diadem during the Battle of Hogwarts, they are stopped by the Ravenclaw door knocker. As we already know, the knocker asks all potential entrants to answer a riddle - any Ravenclaw should be able to, or even they have to wait for someone else to come along and figure it out! Luna and Harry are asked 'Which Came First, The Phoenix Or The Flame', and Luna gets it... with which answer?