Match The Quote To The Wizard To Get A Hogwarts House
- by Amber Winter
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Harry Potter is a novel series written by the author J.K Rowling that also became a film franchise with a total of eight movies that were released in the 2000s. The franchise follows the life of a boy by the name of Harry Potter, who had no idea he was a wizard until he reached the age of eleven, and Hagrid arrived to tell him everything; from the truth about what happened to his parents to how famous he is in the wizarding world.
With a total of seven books and eight movies, there are many characters that are introduced, both magical and not. However, there are definitely a higher number of witches and wizards than muggles, which primarily consist of Harry’s family. One of the things that occur with so many characters coming and going is the collection of memorable quotations that are either reflections of the series as a whole or are merely something to represent each individual character.
For the most part, the quotations chosen for this quiz are popular and should be easily recognized (although there are a few that only true Potterheads will remember). They’re all selected from the movies rather than the books. Let's see which Potterheads know them all!
“Of course it is happening inside your head...but why on earth should that mean that it isn’t real?”
This Harry Potter quote is: “of course it is happening inside your head...but why on earth should that mean that it isn’t real?” For those who are avid Harry Potter fans, this type of saying is not unheard of. All throughout the series many of the characters often say profound or very deep things due to the fact that there are some darker elements. This quotation is said to Harry Potter about the strange things he’s experiencing in his head.
“The ones that love us never really leave us. You can always find them.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “The ones that love us never really leave us. You can always find them.” The theme of this quote is centered on the concept of loss and love. Many of the characters in the series face loss in some way, shape, or form. The main character, Harry, is obviously the one who experiences it the most, being that he was left an orphan as a baby. As all of the main characters grow up and step closer towards Lord Voldemort, they all have loved ones on the line.
“Why is it, when something happens, it is always you three?”
This Harry Potter quote is: “Why is it, when something happens, it is always you three?” This quotation is particularly humorous not just because of the person who says this, but because of the truth behind it. The trio, otherwise known as Hermione Granger, Harry Potter, and Ron Weasley, have a bad habit of getting themselves into trouble throughout the entire series. Even from the very first installment when they were sneaking around the third-floor corridor regardless of the fact it was off limits.
“Just because you have the emotional range of a teaspoon…”
This Harry Potter quote is: “Just because you have the emotional range of a teaspoon…” This is another example of a humorous quote, which, despite the fact that there are some darker elements to the series, there are a lot of. Of course, what makes this quote memorable is because the witch who says it has a bit of a reputation for offering these kinds of sayings. She is known for telling those around her how it is, and it’s gotten her into trouble a few times.
“Happiness can be found, even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “Happiness can be found, even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light.” Here is another example of a quotation that is categorized as being more philosophical or deep, while at the same time commenting on the dark aspects of the franchise. This quote serves as a reminder to the person hearing it that even when all seems lost in the world, hope and love is something to hold onto.
“Things we lose have a way of coming back to us in the end. If not always in the way we expect.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “Things we lose have a way of coming back to us in the end. If not always in the way we expect.” This is yet another quote featured in this quiz that can be perceived as being a bit profound. Those who are true Harry Potter fans know that this particular quote has some humorous undertones to it because of what actually happens in the movie scene. Think back to something that a character may have lost.
“Hearing voices no one else can hear isn’t a good sign, even in the wizarding world.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “Hearing voices no one else can hear isn’t a good sign, even in the wizarding world.” This quote likely falls into the humorous spectrum of the quiz primarily because of the speaker. It is one that is heard earlier on in the series when the elements of the magical world are still being established. In this example, Harry Potter is experiencing hearing voices in his head, something which is surprisingly unnatural to witches and wizards.
“I think we’ve outgrown full-time education.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “I think we’ve outgrown full-time education.” This is one of the shorter, more simple quotations featured in this quiz. Due to the fact that it can be perceived as quite vague, there are many possibilities with not only the context behind it but who the possible speaker is. For instance, it could be a student who has no interest attending Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry; such as Draco Malfoy later in the franchise when he was recruited by Lord Voldemort.
“It is not our abilities that show what we truly are. It is our choices.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “It is not our abilities that show what we truly are. It is our choices.” Here is yet another example of a really deep quotation that the franchise is filled with. Although the series is centered around the magical world and Harry’s experiences with them, there are many things that test the characters. There is the bad side and the good side, and their actions are what defines them. For example, Lord Voldemort chose to do bad things with his power.
“Take Weasley with you. He looks far too happy over there.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “Take Weasley with you. He looks far too happy over there.” This quotation is humorous not just because of the context, but because of who the speaker is. Right off the bat, it’s quite obvious that it is someone of authority speaking, being that they’re instructing Harry do to something. For those who are unfamiliar with the series, this was said when the students are older and have more free range to do what they wish.
"I mean, it's sort of exciting, isn't it, breaking the rules?"
This Harry Potter quote is: “I mean, it’s sort of exciting, isn’t it, breaking the rules?” This is another quotation featured in this quiz that offers a bit of light humor in such a dark series. What of course makes this even funnier is the context behind the quote, because the speaker is definitely not considered a rule breaker by any means. By this point in the franchise though, the characters must do things that their superiors do not always approve of.
“Always.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “Always.” This is probably the shortest featured in this quiz, and may also be the hardest to figure out, except for those who are true Potterheads. To get a little context behind this quotation, it is said by a person who was in love. Another wizard asks the speaker if he was still in love even after all the time that had passed, to which this wizard offers this reply. It is so simple and yet has so much meaning.
“I can make things move without touching them. I can make animals do what I want without training them.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “I can make things move without touching them. I can make animals do what I want without training them.” This quotation offers a little insight into the functions and abilities in the wizarding world. Being that Harry Potter had no knowledge of magic since he reached of age to attend Hogwarts, much of what the audience learns is through him. This, of course, means there is a lot that is to be discovered, such as unique or rare abilities such as talking to animals.
"He was their friend. He was their friend and he betrayed them.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “He was their friend. He was their friend and he betrayed them.” This quotation is another example of the hardship and darkness that is embedded in the franchise. From the very beginning, Harry is thrust into an unknown world where he learns a very powerful wizard is out for revenge. Of course, he has no choice but to learn that many people he will encounter have their own personal agendas, and may not be as good as they seem.
"Anything's possible if you’ve got enough nerve."
This Harry Potter quote is: “He was their friend. He was their friend and he betrayed them.” This quotation is another example of the hardship and darkness that is embedded in the franchise. From the very beginning, Harry is thrust into an unknown world where he learns a very powerful wizard is out for revenge. Of course, he has no choice but to learn that many people he will encounter have their own personal agendas, and may not be as good as they seem.
“I’ve always wanted to use that spell.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “I’ve always wanted to use that spell.” Here is yet another example of a humorous quote featured in this quiz. Of course, this quote is considered funny on two accounts - the first being the speaker’s tone when he/she says this, especially in the environment they’re in. The second would be the fact that even with eight movies, there are still many spells that never found their way into the films that the audience has yet to learn.
"She needs to sort out her priorities."
This Harry Potter quote is: “She needs to sort out her priorities.” This quote is definitely a fan favorite of the many one-liners from this particular character. To get a little context behind this quote, it is said in the very first film; Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. Following the main characters curiosity to learn more about this magical object, they have a close call experience with a magical beast hidden in a forbidden part of the castle.
"Why don’t you run along and play with your chemistry set?"
This Harry Potter quote is: “Why don’t you run along and play with your chemistry set?” This particular quote is not only rare in this quiz but in the series as a whole, for there are not many instances where the character’s offer rude, or snide remarks to one another except for perhaps with the Malfoys. The characters are otherwise preoccupied with trying to find a way to stop the dark lord from rising to worry or care with being unkind to their peers.
“Turn to page 394.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “Turn to page 394.” Here is yet another example of a really short quotation, and yet it is one of the most memorable from this specific character. It’s quite obvious that this is said by one of the professors at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry because it is said in a lesson. Figuring out which class and professor said this is the next task because the films do spend quite a bit of time showing the characters in school.
“We’re with you, Harry. No matter what happens.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “We’re with you, Harry. No matter what happens.” This quotation offers not only a sense of community and friendship among the main characters but also some hope that things might work out in the end regardless of what has happened thus far. As it has been expressed earlier, the characters face many trials and tribulations, some of which they don’t necessarily succeed in. Regardless of what the future holds, Harry is told by his closest companions that they’ll stand by him.
“I’m sure we’re all going to be very good friends.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “I’m sure we’re all going to be very good friends.” This quotation is a little different than some of the others that have been featured in this quiz so far. Instead of commenting on the darkness, the challenges that the main characters face with dealing with the villains, or anything regarding the magical universe, it instead is about friendship. Now, of course, what makes this quotation so funny is the fact that it’s someone who is not a friend to the characters who says this.
“I’m quite proud to be their son.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “I’m quite proud to be their son.” This quotation is both heartwarming and a little bit sad at the same time because of the context behind it. Due to the fact that most of the main characters are around the age of eleven when they first make their appearance in the Harry Potter franchise, they are still heavily reliant on their parents. Ron and the rest of the Weasley children’s parents, Molly and Arthur, probably have the most screen time as parents.
“How dare you defy your master!”
This Harry Potter quote is: “How dare you defy your master!” This quotation is a little different than some of the others featured in this quiz being that it’s said by one of the many villains seen throughout the franchise. To get a little context behind this quotation, it is said to a specific creature that is notorious for loyalty towards the families they serve. Luckily for this particular house elf, he no longer served any person but himself.
“And his name is Voldemort, so you might as well use it.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “And his name is Voldemort, so you might as well use it.” This quotation is considered to be a bit of a revelation in the sense that it was meant to depict that Lord Voldemort may not have been as scary as it was previously thought. Throughout most of the series, he was often referred to as “He who must not be named” by almost every witch and wizard except for Harry and a select few.
“I heard it. A voice. Your voice, Hermione.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “I heard it. A voice. Your voice, Hermione.” This quotation can be classified as being charming and lighthearted in comparison to some of the others in this quiz. To offer a bit of context behind this quotation, it is said obviously to Hermione, as her name is mentioned, and is meant to demonstrate the developing relationship between her and this character. Before this was said, their relationship was definitely strained because the speaker had “abandoned” her.
“Reading? I didn’t know you could read.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “Reading? I didn’t know you could read.” This quotation is an example of an unexpected humorous statement not just from the scenario but also the speaker. It is, of course, one of the few statements in the quiz that is reflective of a rude personality being that this is clearly meant to be offensive. For those who are unfamiliar with this quotation, it is said in the second installment of the franchise; Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.
“Deep down, you know that you deserve to be punished.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “Deep down, you know you deserve to be punished.” This quotation is yet another said by one of the many villains featured in the franchise. There are many characters that Harry and the other mains come in contact with that are considered to be followers of the dark lord. Although this person, in particular, claimed that Lord Voldemort had not returned, it became evident there was some allegiance because they had one of his Horcruxes.
“Where have you been!”
This Harry Potter quote is: “Where have you been!” This quotation is of course depicted as being a bit angry but it’s more or less intended to be humorous because of the parental instincts behind it. There are many times where the main three, Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley go off and get themselves into trouble or venture somewhere that they’re not supposed to be. Of course, this then leads to their superiors often wondering about their whereabouts.
“I’m always mad at him.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “I’m always mad at him.” This quotation is intended to be somewhat snarky while also funny at the same time. It is one of the simpler quotes featured in this quiz and could be said by a number of different people when taking into consideration the number of characters in the series. However, there is one friendship, in particular, that was built upon the snide comments between the pair of them, although neither ever took the words personally.
“You’re just as sane as I am.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “You’re just as sane as I am.” This quotation is yet another funny statement that has been featured in the franchise. Apart from the words themselves, this quotation is significant for two reasons. The first being that the speaker is known to be quite odd themselves, so the fact that they’re mentioning their sanity is humorous. The second is that the receiver of this quotation often wonders about their level of sanity because they’ve been able to see or hear things not many others cannot.
“The more you care, the more you have to lose.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “The more you care, the more you have to lose.” This quotation is definitely one of the sadder ones featured in this quiz. This is primarily due to the fact of the level of defeat implied with these words. This character has faced many trials over the years and has also had their fair share of loss as a result. Of course, any person who has dealt with matters similar to this has likely thought this same thing.
“It is the quality of one’s convictions that determines success, not the number of followers.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “It is the quality of one’s convictions that determine success, not the number of followers.” Here is yet another example of a more profound or philosophical quotation featured in this quiz. As it has been mentioned previously, Harry Potter is a series in which there are many instances where the characters offer a relatable statement, regardless of the fact it’s said in a magical universe. This quotation is referring to the fact that one of the characters is wondering if they’ll ever be able to defeat Voldemort.
“What’s life without a few dragons?”
This Harry Potter quote is: “What’s life without a few dragons?” Of course, this quotation is depicted as being lighthearted and humorous just because of the words. It’s also a representation of the true nature of the Harry Potter franchise and its magical world. For instance, dragons are actually seen or brought up on a number of accounts. The first was in the first movie where Hagrid hatched a dragon egg of his very own, and the second was when Harry had to battle a dragon.
“Will you stop eating!”
This Harry Potter quote is: “Will you stop eating!” This is another example of an angry outburst from one of the main characters. It is also an example of the nature of the friendship between the speaker and receiver, one that has been mentioned previously. In this particular scene, the speaker is worrying about their best friend because they are mysteriously missing despite the fact that they all arrived at Hogwarts together. The receiver of this statement is much less concerned, knowing they’ll turn up eventually.
“When have any of our plans ever actually worked?”
This Harry Potter quote is: “When have any of our plans ever actually worked?” This quotation is funny because of the fact that it’s actually quite true when considering all of the actions and events that had taken place involving these characters. For example, all throughout the series the main character have the best of intentions and want nothing more than to find a way to stop Lord Voldemort from coming into power, but are often left scrambling when things don’t go according to plan.
“You have something of mine, and I’d like it back.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “You have something of mine, and I’d like it back.” This quotation is likely one of the more difficult in this quiz to match to a witch or wizard. There are not many instances where someone has intentionally taken something that belongs to another person. The only time in which something like this has happened was with a witch or wizard’s wand being forcibly taken by another. Thus, think of all the times in which something like this has happened.
“Times like these, dark times, they do funny things to people.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “Times like these, dark times, they do funny things to people.” This quotation is definitely a firm representation of the Harry Potter franchise as a whole. There are many times throughout the series in which many characters, most of the older generation who saw the rise and fall of Lord Voldemort the first time, offer words of wisdom regarding darkness. These characters make note that not all witches or wizards are as bad as they seem because they’re acting out of panic.
“It may have escaped your notice but life isn’t fair.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “It may have escaped your notice but life isn't fair.” This is another example similar to the one mentioned previously which sums up the events that have taken place in Harry Potter. There are many times throughout the series in which things happen that are simply just not fair. For example, Harry Potter becoming an orphan as an infant because a person who claimed to be his parent’s friends had chosen a different side. Also the fact that Harry was targeted by the Dark Lord because of the fact he was able to evade him.
“How dare you stand where he stood?”
This Harry Potter quote is: “How dare you stand where he stood?” This quotation is rather bitter due to the fact that the speaker is still mourning the loss of a beloved wizard. Not to mention the fact that he didn’t have all of the information, such as the fact that the receiver of these words was really on their side the entire time, but was merely holding up the illusion that he was in allegiance with the Dark Lord.
“It does not do to dwell on dreams and forget to live.”
This Harry Potter quote is: “It does not do to dwell on dreams and forget to live.” For the final quotation of this quiz, why not end with another profound or philosophical one? The series is filled with them after all. This quotation is said in the very first film, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. Although it is capable of applying to many other situations, it is meant to be taken quite literally because of a particular mirror that has the power to show a witch or wizard what they truly desire.
