Only A True Potterhead Would Get 100% On This Spell Quiz!
- by Beatrice Ghattas
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Are you THAT girl or guy in your friend group? The person who read the Harry Potter book series at least five times, watched all the movies at least three times, wrote a total of twenty fan fictions, and continues to tell anyone who cares to listen that J.K. Rowling is one of the most ingenious writers of our time? If you call yourself a true Potterhead, you should be able to ace this quiz without even breaking a sweat.
Both the books and the movies are filled with some of the most wonderful, scary, mysterious, and complex spells a wizard or witch could ever imagine. Spells that can heal, kill, cause pain, repair, or simply bring you that tall glass of Butterbeer you so desire. You've seen Harry, Ron, Hermione, Dumbledore, as well as a myriad of other characters perform these spells, either failing them miserably or getting them right on the first try. There are many different types of spells, such as charms, jinxes, curses, and much more. Each have a purpose and each needs to be learned and practiced in order to be mastered, although some witches and wizards have a natural talent and facility with magic (yes, we're looking at you Hermione Granger). Whatever you need, spells are there to help you complete tasks that muggles would take hours, days, or even years to finish. Spells can be extremely fun, insanely useful, or terribly dangerous.
Now, a short message from the Ministry of Magic: It is each witch and wizard's responsibility to make sure they use spells correctly. Be wise and do good.
Let this magical quiz begin!
Can you name this spell?
Let's start off this quiz with a spell any self-respecting wizard or witch could name. This deadly curse was the one He Who Must Not Be Named used to attack Harry Potter when he was just a little baby. This spell, which is meant to deliver instant death to one's opponent, is one of the three Unforgivable Curses, meaning its use is punished by the Ministry of Magic with a life sentence in Azkaban. One of its names is the Killing Curse, but what do you most likely know it as?
What does the Colloportus charm do?
The Colloportus charm could best be described as the opposite of Alohomora. It can easily be found in "The Standard Book of Spells: Grade 1" and it has been used by Hermione Granger as well as other members of Dumbledore's Army during the battle which occurred at the Department of Mysteries, in "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix". Hermione notably used it to slow down Death Eaters who were pursuing her. Can you tell us which answer best describes this spell's main purpose?
Can you name the Summoning Charm?
If you've read or watched "Harry Potter", you must know the name of this basic spell. A witch or wizard would use this spell on something to make it fly or levitate to them, and the further away this something is, the harder it becomes to cast the spell. Harry Potter uses this charm to summon his Firebolt during the first task of the Triwizard Tournament, when he had to get a golden egg from a dragon. What is the incantation for this well-known spell?
What is conjured with the Aguamenti spell?
Although its origin remains unknown, this charm can be extremely useful, as it makes something appear out of the tip of a witch's or wizard's wand. To successfully achieve the spell one must move one's wand from right to left in a smooth wave movement and say the incantation: Aguamenti. Fleur Delacour used this spell during the first task of the Triwizard Tournament and Harry Potter also used it, notably during the Battle of the Astronomy Tower and during the Battle of Hogwarts. What comes out of the wand when this spell is done?
Can you name this curse?
This is another one of the three Unforgivable Curses and it is the one that was used by Bellatrix Lestrange to torture Neville Longbottom's parents. This spell is used by witches or wizards to cause very intense and absolutely excruciating pain on their victim. It was also notably used again by Lestrange, this time on Hermione Granger, during an interrogation at Malfoy Manor. Dolores Umbridge also had the intention of using this terrible curse on Harry in the fifth installment of the series. Can you name this horrible spell with its incantation?
What is the purpose of the Bombarda spell?
This charm's incantation is Bombarda, and it appears for the first time in "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" and it is performed by Hermione Granger, who uses it to liberate Sirius Black from his cell atop one of Hogwarts' towers. There also exists a more powerful and impressive version of this same spell, Bombarda Maxima, which was used by Dolores Umbridge to get into the Room of Requirement in the fifth film. What is the purpose of this rather noisy charm?
What does the Confundus Charm do?
This charm, performed with the incantation Confundo or Confundus in the films), was notably used by Hermione Granger on Cormac McLaggen during the Gryffindor Quidditch team tryouts in sixth year, to help Ron Weasley get in the team as keeper. This charm is supposedly very difficult to cast and it requires a lot of concentration. Its effect can come in various degrees and its casting emits no detectable light or sound. Can you tell us what exactly this spell is used for?
Do you know the Severing Charm?
In "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire", Harry Potter used this charm to cut open Cedric Diggory's in order to get his attention and talk to him. It was also used by Ron Weasley to modify the sleeves of his dress robes for the Yule Ball because he found them too feminine. This spell's purpose is to precisely tear, shred, or cut something, both inanimate and living. This versatile spell is called the Severing Charm, but what is its incantation?
What's the incantation for the Unlocking Charm?
The Unlocking Charm is another basic spell seen in the first installment of the series, "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone", in which it is performed by Hermione Granger. This spell is also known as the Thief's Friend, as it allows the person who performs it to unlock doors or windows (if they are unprotected by other magical spells). This useful spell is taught to first years at Hogwarts, in Professor Flitwick's Charms class. Can you tell us what a witch or wizard would say to perform it?
What spell will repel water?
With this amazingly handy spell, witches and wizards can make any object waterproof or can help people have a better vision in the rain by stopping the water from going in their face. The books recount that during Harry Potter's third year at Hogwarts, Hermione Granger performs this charm on his glasses to make them waterproof and allow him to see better for his Quidditch match, which was talking place in a pouring rain. Can you name this extremely helpful charm?
What does the Duro spell do?
Hermione Granger uses this spell in the Battle of Hogwarts to slow down Death Eaters who were pursuing her, Harry, and Ron. This charm, which is performed by incanting Duro, can be both an amusing way to prank your friends and a life-saving defense against your enemies. For any interested witch or wizard reading this, the spell can easily be found in the "Wonderbook: Book of Spells" by Miranda Goshawk. Can you tell us what is the purpose of Duro?
What would you use Engorgio for?
The Engorgement Charm, or Engorgio, was taught at Hogwarts in the second year's charms class and is included in Miranda Goshawk's "The Standard Book of Spells, Grade 2". Harry Potter non verbally cast this spell on his aunt Marge after loosing his temper with her. In the fourth installment of the series, Barty Crouch Jr., posing as Alastor Moody, cast the Engorgement Charm on the spiders he used to demonstrate the effects of the three Unforgivable Curses. Can you remember what this spell did to its target?
Which spell will do this?
This spell is perfect for any witch or wizard who wishes to embarrass their dueling opponent without causing them any grave injuries. This spell is known as the Tickling Charm, because it's supposed to make its victim laugh uncontrollably. In the context of professor Lockhart's Dueling Club, Harry Potter used it against Draco Malfoy in their duel during their second year at Hogwarts. Malfoy was simply thrown backwards, perhaps because he isn't ticklish...Can you tell us which of these spells can make someone laugh?
What's the incantation used to heal Harry's broken nose?
Got scratched by your cat or had your nose broken? This spell was obviously made for you! This healing spell is used to heal minor injuries. In the book "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince", Nymphadora Tonks casts this spell on Harry to repair his broken nose, but in the film adaptation, it's Luna Lovegood who heals him. She mentions to Harry that she has never healed a broken nose before, only toes. What should a witch or wizard say to perform this spell?
Which spell produces a Patronus?
This powerful defensive charm is used by witches and wizards to protect themselves primarily from Dementors, these foul creatures who feed on human happiness and leave their victims in despair. During his third year at Hogwarts, Harry learns this difficult spell from Professor Remus Lupin. Later in the year, he uses it to protect Sirius Black and himself against Dementors who were attacking them. Being able to cast a corporeal Patronus, meaning one that has a particular form, usually an animal, is very impressive. Which one of these charms are used to produce a Patronus?
What happens if you cast Evanesco?
This difficult Transfiguration spell, Evanesco (pronounced ev-an-ES-co), was taught by Professor Minerva McGonagall to her fifth year students in preparation for their O.W.L.s (Ordinary Wizarding Levels). The more complex the target of the spell, the harder it is to perform it. They started to practice the spell on snails, then on mice, and finally on kittens. Of course, Hermione Granger was successful by mid-year, much earlier than her fellow students. But can you tell us what exactly this spell does?
What would you use against a Boggart?
This charm is used by witches and wizards to defend themselves against Boggarts, shape-shifting creatures that take the form of their victim's biggest fear. This Boggart-Banishing Spell will turn the magical creature into something funny and laughable. Remus Lupin taught this spell in his Defense Against the Dark Arts class, of which Harry, Ron, and Hermione were a part of during their third year at Hogwarts. For example, the Boggart faced by Ron took the form of a giant spider and he made it wear roller blades. What is this Boggart-Banishing Spell?
Do you know the Fidelius Charm?
This spell is a very complex and difficult charm used to conceal a secret inside of someone's soul. This person is the only one capable of revealing the secret and they have to do it directly and voluntarily. The Fidelius Charm was used to protect James, Lily, and Harry Potter from Lord Voldemort, but they were betrayed by Peter Pettigrew, who revealed their secret location to the dark wizard. This charm was also used to conceal the location of the Order of the Phoenix's headquarters. What do you call the person whose soul contains the secret?
What is the Disarming Charm?
This spell can come in very handy during a duel, as it is used to disarm your opponent by forcing them to let go of whatever they're holding, giving you a chance to run away or attack them. The spell manifests itself as a jet of scarlet light and its intensity is associated with the strength of the charm. Harry Potter uses it to rebound Voldemort's Killing Curse in the Battle of Hogwarts. How do you call this very useful and often life-saving spell?
Can you name this counter-spell's incantation?
This General Counter-Spell can be used in many different situations, as its purpose is to terminate the effects of a spell, whether it be a simple jinx or a more complex charm. Severus Snape uses this spell on various members of the Dueling Club which took place during Harry's second year. This basic spell is taught at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, and it is featured in "The Standard Book of Spells, Grade 2". Which one of these answers is the name of this counter-spell?
What does the Gemino Curse do?
This is an obscure one, but if you consider yourself a Potterhead, you should definitely know about this spell. Hermione Granger cast it on Tom Riddle's locket to keep it out of Dolores Umbridge's hands. This curse, in addition to another one the Flagrante Curse), was also cast by the banks employees on all the valuable objects contained in the Lestranges' vault at Gringotts, where Harry, Ron, and Hermione attempted to steal something. What happens to objects when they are hit with Geminio?
Do you know the Freezing Charm?
You may remember Hermione Granger casting this spell at the mischievous pixies the Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher, Professor Gilderoy Lockhart, let out of a cage in second year. It was also used by Remus Lupin to stop the Whomping Willow from moving and allow him to go through the secret passageway hidden underneath. This spell can be used by any witch or wizard who wishes to "freeze" or paralyze a living target. What is the right incantation for this charm?
Who incanted Piertotum Locomotor?
Piertotum Locomotor is the incantation of a charm derived from the Locomotion Charm (Locomotor), which serves to lift and move objects. Piertotum Locomotor allows its caster to bring to life inanimate objects, such as statues. This character performed the charm before the Battle of Hogwarts, making the castle's suits of armor and statues come to life in order to defend the school and fight against those who were coming to attack it. Do you remember which character cast the spell?
What's the incantation of the Impediment Jinx?
The Impediment Jinx, or Hex, is a temporary spell used to trip, freeze, knock back, or even levitate, its main purpose being to slow down whomever or whatever the witch or wizard's target is. For instance, Harry saw in the Pensieve that his father used it to bully Snape and Harry Potter himself used this spell on many occasions, including during the Triwizard Tournament and the Battle of the Department of Mysteries. Which one of these incantations is the right one for this Jinx?
Do you know the Wand-Lighting Charm?
This spell is used to create a warm white light at the tip of the wand of the witch or wizard who casts it. This is a well-known charm for Hogwarts students who are used to walking the castle's hallways at night. This basic spell was taught to Harry and his friends during their first year at the magical school, when it became, and remained, one of the most simple yet useful spell to them. What incantation is used to cast this charm?
What does Imperio do?
The Imperius Curse, cast with the incantation Imperio, is the last of the three Unforgivable Curses. It was created in the Middle Ages and only very strong-willed witches and wizards may be able to resist this powerful curse, however, most won't. Harry Potter was able to accomplish something when the fake Mad-Eye Moody placed him under the curse. Harry also used it on goblins in order to get into the wizard bank Gringotts. What does the curse give to the one who casts it?
Which spell is this iconic scene about?
Every Harry Potter fan probably remembers this classic scene from the first movie. Ron and Hermione are in charms class and the young witch manages to pull off a spell Weasley has been struggling with. Hermione slightly condescendingly corrects his diction ("You're saying it wrong") and then proceeds to successfully perform the spell, to Professor Flitwick's amazement and Ron's annoyance. The spell they are learning is the Levitation Charm, used make objects fly in the air. What is its incantation?
Do you know the Wand-Extinguishing Charm?
This spell is the counter-charm to Lumos, the Wand-Lighting Charm, and it causes the light coming out of the tip of the witch or wizard's wand to go out. This spell is also taught at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry during the students' first year. The incantation for this spell comes from the Latin word "night" and the Roman Goddess of night also bears a name similar to this spell's. Can you tell us what incantation is used to cast this counter-charm?
Which movie shows Hermione performing this spell?
Protego Totalum is a variation of the Shield Charm, Protego, which is meant to create a protective magical barrier in front of the witch or wizard who casts it, Objects or spells, except for the three Killing Curse, will bounce of this shield or disappear once they come in contact with it. Protego Totalum has the same effects, but it is used to protect specific areas for a certain period of time. Hermione Granger performs the spell to defend the camp she, Harry, and Ron set up in a forest. Can you remember in which movie this occurred?
What is the incantation for this charm?
This charm, which is a deviation of the Mending Charm, was used twice in the movies by Hermione Granger to repair Harry Potter's broken glasses. The first time was shortly after Harry and Hermione's first meeting on the Hogwarts Express, when the young witch noticed that his eyeglasses needed mending. The second time was following his bumpy travel by Floo Powder in the fireplace of a shady Knockturn Alley store, Borgin and Burkes. Do you remember the incantation for this eyeglass repairing charm?