Who Said It: Ultimate Harry Potter Edition
- by Erica Blair
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Everybody loves the magical world of Harry Potter!
From the first book all the way to the seventh and beyond, J.K. Rowling has captured the attention and imagination of an entire generation. Everyone wanted to get their official letter of acceptance to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry and attend school with Ron, Hermione and of course- Harry Potter. Whether a Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Slytherin or Ravenclaw. The epic battle between good and not-so-good was punctuated by heartfelt moments, hilarious stories of being an awkward teenager and of course, romance. Who could forget the Yule Ball, or Harry's brief romance with Cho Chang?
What about Quidditch- which is arguably the greatest sport that was ever invented for the printed page? Every detail of the wizarding world was lovingly crafted and we loved every second of it! We all love the characters from the Harry Potter universe, but how well do we remember some of their most iconic quotes? Even true Potterheads will struggle to identify some of the quotes that we've included in the questions below. Who is up for the challenge? Who wants to show off some serious Harry Potter skills! It's time to play Who Said It: Harry Potter Edition.
"Yer a wizard Harry."
Harry Potter was living a sad existence underneath the stairs at Privet Drive. His time with the Weasleys was not so fun for him, as he was treated as more of a servant than a son. That's why the news that he was a wizard was so amazing! Who was the first person to tell Harry Potter that not only was he special, that he was a wizard? Who remembers who Harry met first? Choose the correct answer from the options below.
"I knew you wouldn't be happy unless you were hunting Voldemort. Maybe that's why I like you so much."
This is something that was said to Harry Potter in the final book of the series. The person who said this to him was one of his nearest and dearest- a confidant who stood by his side throughout his journey at Hogwarts and his battle against Voldemort. Harry Potter winds up reuniting with this person after the epic battle of Hogwarts. Who remembers who made this touching statement to Harry Potter? Choose the correct answer from the four choices below.
"Soon we must face the choice between what is right and what is easy."
This is exactly the sort of thing that we can expect the Boy Who Lived to have to deal with. Harry sure has gotten a lot of speeches like this in his time, which makes sense when the Dark Lord himself is out to get him and all of his friends. This particular phrase is endearing, sad, and on the nose though, meant to let them all know that doing what's right is definitely not always the easiest or most natural thing.
"We've all got both light and dark inside us. What matters is the part we choose to act on. That's who we really are."
In the fifth installment of the Harry Potter series, he meets someone who will become a close friend and trusted ally. This person was originally thought to be a villain but actually was framed by the real villain which was revealed at the end of "Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban". Who is the person who gave Harry Potter this wise and very reasonable advice? Real Harry Potter fans please stand up and give us the correct answer below.
"Dobby is free."
Dobby is one of the more pitiable characters in the Harry Potter universe. He belongs to a class of magical creatures who are treated terribly by wizards. In the second book, "Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets", Harry Potter and Dobby meet and he lets Harry know that he essentially a slave to a wizarding family who Harry is unfortunately familiar with. By the end of the book, Dobby has been given a sock and freed from his prediciment.
"I am what I am, and I'm not ashamed. Never be ashamed"
One of the biggest lessons that we can take from the Harry Potter books is that we should always be proud of who we are. As we learn a little bit more about the wizard and muggle universes, we discover that there is a certain set of wizards who think that muggleborns should not be allowed to practice magic. The quote above represents a rejection of that way of thinking, as anyone can practice magic and be a successful wizard.
"I think we've outgrown full-time education... Time to test our talents in the real world, d'you reckon?"
In "Harry Potter And The Order Of The Phoenix" we meet Dolores Umbridge, pictured here. Umbridge was notorious for being very harsh with the students and not allowing them to actually learn how to defend themselves against dark wizards and the dark arts. She was highly disliked at Hogwarts and even was the catalyst for a student group known as "Dumbledore's Army". The quote above is in reference to her- a rejection of Hogwarts under the rule of Dolores Umbridge.
"Don't tell me what I can and can't do, Potter"
The witch pictured here is not one to mess with. She met Harry Potter in his first year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry and is known for being extremely clever, resourceful and strict. Although she was tough on her students, this witch is also extremely fair and singularly motivated to defeat Voldemort and restore order to the wizarding world. Who is this gifted and tough witch that told Harry Potter that he should not even try to boss her around.
“It’s people like you, Ron, who prop up rotten and unjust systems, just because they’re too lazy.”
SPEW, or The Society for the Promotion of Elfish Welfare was created by Hermione Granger and became popular with a subset of students at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Some didn't share her enthusiasm for the plight of elves, specifically Ron Weasley, who challenged SPEW and refused to join it. This scathing remark was directed at Ron by a supporter of SPEW. Who delivered this swift condemnation of Ron's lack of empathy for the elves? Choose one answer below.
"If you want to know what a man's like, take a good look at how he treats his inferiors, not his equals"
This sage and intelligent quote was delivered to Harry Potter during book four, "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire". Harry Potter's name was snuck into the Triwizard Cup and he found himself competing against older students in all sorts of daunting tasks, like getting around dragons and learning how to breathe underwater. The person who said this to Harry Potter was one who he valued above all others. Who remembers who offered Harry Potter this important piece of advice?
"The Dursleys are your family, after all, and I'm sure you are fond of each other- er- very deep down"
This one is a little bit on the tough side and relates to a minor character who once served as the Minister of Magic. The quote refers to the Dursleys- Harry's aunt, uncle, and cousin. The Dursleys were notoriously mean to Harry Potter throughout much of the time that he lived with them. Once Harry got the acceptance letter for Hogwarts his whole world changed and he was able to escape the drudgery at the Dursley household. Who said it?
"Every human life is worth the same, and worth saving"
One of the members of The Order of the Phoenix, pictured here, is responsible for making this intelligent and empathetic comment about the value of human life. The comment was made in the final installment of the Harry Potter series, but it is a point that had been reinforced in many previous books and movies. Who remembers which Order of the Phoenix member said this memorable quote? Check out the four options below and let us know the right answer.
"You're a fool, Harry Potter, and you will lose everything"
This comment was made to Harry Potter, pictured above, by one of his enemies in the book and movie series. Everyone was always underestimating Harry Potter- at least in the first few books and this quote was uttered during one of those tenuous times when we were not really sure whether or not good would triumph. Of course, now we know that Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix succeeded to defeat the Deatheaters and dark forces in the end.
"Wow, we're identical"
This quote comes from the seventh book in the Harry Potter series, which also coincides with the seventh movie. It refers to a scene where several members of the Order of the Phoenix and Harry Potters friends take Polyjuice Potion. Their objective is to disguise themselves as Harry Potter and sneak the real Harry out of his home on Privet Drive. A hint- these two did not remain totally identical after encountering some Deatheaters on the way to The Burrow.
"You fail to recognize that it matters not what someone is born but what they grow to be!"
The Harry Potter movie and book series is not short on inspirational quotes, including this one that refers to not underestimating one's talents. It is said to Harry Potter in the fourth book of the series, "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire". In the book, Harry needs to take on a very tough set of challenges in order to win the TriWizard Cup. Anyone would be intimidated, so another character gave him a little boost in the form of this quote.
"Half our family does seem to owe you their lives, now I stop and think about it."
This heartfelt quote comes from a member of the Weasley family. The Weasleys are probably the closest thing that Harry Potter had to a real family and he loved Ron, Percy, Fred, George, Ginny and Mr. and Mrs. Weasley just as much as he would his biological relatives. Well, maybe not Percy so much! Needless to say, the Weasleys had both the benefits and the stresses that came along with being associated with the most famous wizard in the world.
"The giant, spectral dog that haunts churchyards! My dear boy, it is an omen."
Harry receives this prophecy during the third book, "Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban". It is delivered by someone who he really does not care for all that much, and he doesn't take it seriously until he starts to see a big black dog hanging around all over the Hogwarts grounds. Predictably, as is often the case in the Harry Potter universe, the dog is not what it seems! Who remembers who delivered this ominous prophecy to Harry Potter?
"Accio Brain!"
"Accio" is one of the first spells that the young witches and wizards learn at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Saying it with the correct flick of the wand makes objects soar through the air towards the witch or wizard. Unfortunately, the person who uttered this particular quote was left with a lasting memory of their words in the form of deep welts from the summoned brain. The person who said, "Accio Brain" did so in the Ministry of Magic in the fifth book.
"You will be learning about defensive spells in a secure, risk-free way."
This is uttered by one of the least liked teachers at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in book five of the Harry Potter series. Book five, "Harry Potter And The Order Of The Phoenix", is the story of Harry and his friends coming head to head with both Voldemort and the staff of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. The teacher, who temporarily took over the position of Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher, did not allow the students to get real-world experience.
"Anything's possible if you've got enough nerve."
This rousing quote was said by one of the primary characters in the Harry Potter universe who is known for being clever, fearless and quick. They count themselves as one of Harry's closest friends and advisors and were a member of Dumbledore's Army and a huge asset to the Order of the Phoenix. Who remembers who gave us this inspirational line? Choose the correct answer from the four options below and we will reveal who really knows their Harry Potter!
"Wit beyond measure is a man's greatest treasure."
This quote was said by a character who first appeared to be comic relief but later was revealed to be extremely intelligent, loyal and very wise. Pictured here, she is one of the select people who joined Harry Potter in his confrontation of the Deatheaters at the Ministry of Magic and supported him heavily during the final battle of Hogwarts and quest to find the Horcruxes. Who remembers the name of the character who made this accurate and interesting statement?
"Always."
This sweet and moving quote is both one of the simplest and most beautiful of the entire series. It was said to Lily Potter, pictured here as a girl and reflects the love that the speaker has for her and will have for her- always. This character's affection and love for Lily Potter is not revealed until the end of the series in a heartwrenching twist that really makes us understand the genius of J.K. Rowling and the Harry Potter franchise.
"Dumbledore's Man through and through, that's right."
Albus Dumbledore is one of the most beloved characters in the entire series and there is no doubt that many students of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry look up to him and turn to him for guidance. There are few that are as loyal as this particular person though. He has a very special relationship with the Hogwarts headmaster and is not afraid to express his loyalty to Dumbledore whenever he gets the opportunity. Who said this particular quote?
"Neville will play Quidditch for England before Hagrid lets Dumbledore down."
This little dig at Neville was all in good fun. In the first few books of the Harry Potter book and movie series, Neville Longbottom was known as being awkward, clumsy and definitely not equipped to play Quidditch for England- let alone any other country! It was said during the early part of the series and the quote refers to Hagrid's inability to betray Dumbledore. Hagrid is known as the lovable groundskeeper who sometimes finds himself in strange or awkward situations.
"The ones that love us never really leave us."
This beautiful quote was said to Harry after he had a sudden loss. The speaker wanted to comfort him during his tough time and reassure him that he was never alone. Book five, "Harry Potter And The Order Of The Phoenix", was one of the darker books of the entire series. Harry's quest to take on Voldemort was amplified during this book and it set the stage for what happened at the end of the series. Who remembers who said it?
"He must have known you would always want to come back."
In Book seven of the series, "Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows", Ron, Harry, and Hermione leave school and head out to try to find Voldemort's Horcruxes. During this time Ron became very disillusioned with the quest and decided to leave, only to come back later on thanks to a special Deluminator that led him directly back to his friends. This quote was said to Ron as a way to comfort him after he returned to join their group again.
"Fear of a name only increases fear of the thing itself."
This wise quote was said about Voldemort, who is referred to as "He Who Must Not Be Named" throughout much of the book and movie series. The person who said this quote refused to refer to Voldemort by his pseudonym, instead of calling him by his proper name. Over the course of the book and movie series, more and more people start calling Voldemort by his proper name- but this person started doing it back in their second year. So smart!
"You are protected by your ability to love."
A big part of the Harry Potter storyline are big concepts like unreliable family and also how love conquers all. This quote refers to the reason why Voldemort was unable to do away with Harry Potter when he was a child. Harry Potter was protected by his mother's love and continued to be protected by his ability to love others. This powerful statement ties up so many loose ends in the story and sheds a lot of light on the final battle.
"One can never have enough socks. People will insist on giving me books."
The character who said this was referring to what he most wanted to see in the Mirror of Erised. The Mirror of Erised revealed the deepest desires of the people who gazed into it. Harry Potter saw his family, Ron Weasley saw himself getting accolades and praise for high achievements. This character claimed to see himself wearing some woolen socks. It was later revealed that this was a lie, but not until the seventh book of the Harry Potter series.
"Yeah you can have a word. Goodbye!"
This was said to Rita Skeeter, pictured here, as a way to get the pesky and nosy reporter to go away. Rita Skeeter showed up in the fourth book of the Harry Potter series, "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire". She spent much of her time prying into the lives of the champions and stirring up controversy for no reason. This quote comes at a satisfying part of the book where Rita Skeeter is revealed to be an unregistered Animagus.
"Greatness inspires envy, envy engenders spite, spite spawns lies."
This dark quote comes from the sixth book of the Harry Potter series, "Harry Potter And The Half-Blood Prince". It is spoken by one of the series' biggest villains. Although the accompanying picture is not from that book or movie, it should provide you a clue into who this character is because the first time Harry and his friends encountered him was in the Chamber of Secrets. He appears in only two books and is the younger version of this main character.
"Never trust anything that can think for itself if you can't see where it keeps its brain."
This advice was delivered to Ginny Weasley after she revealed that she told her secrets to a diary that responded to her. The diary was the reason why she was whisked down to the Chamber of Secrets! The diary, which was later revealed to be a Horcrux, was actually Voldemort in disguise. It would not be the last time that a student at Hogwarts was affected by a magical item that meant them harm! Who gave Ginny this important advice?
"Why Spiders? Why couldn't it be 'follow the butterflies'?"
Spider phobia is a pretty common thing and normally manageable unless one is a student of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! The Forbidden Forest that surrounded the grounds of the school was home to all sorts of creatures, like these giant spiders. Hagrid left Harry Potter and this spider-phobic friend a cryptic clue to follow the eight-legged animals deep into the forest. What they found there was not for the faint of heart! Who asked this memorable and honests question?
"It is the quality of one's convictions that determines success, not the number of followers."
Finally, let's end on a high note. The Harry Potter book and movie series is full of all sorts of inspirational quotes but this one really takes the cake. It speaks to the heart of what the Harry Potter books and movies are about- that it doesn't matter how many people follow someone. What is important is that someone's convictions are solid. Who remembers who delivered this very important piece of advice to Harry Potter? Choose the right option below.
"It does not do well to dwell on dreams and forget to live."
This quote might seem counter-intuitive coming from the world of Harry Potter. After all, most of us dream of having the type of powers and abilities that the kids of Hogwarts take pretty much for granted (except for Harry himself and Hermione Granger, of course). Somebody very important to the series said these words and while they were definitely meant to inspire and cheer up a certain character, truer words might never have been spoken. Who said this inspirational phrase?