Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone Flashcards

Wizarding World Essentials

• Gringotts: The official bank for wizards, known for its secure vaults and goblin employees.
• Cornelius Fudge: The Minister of Magic, responsible for the governance of the magical community.
• Muggle: A term for a non-Magical person, highlighting the divide between the magical and non-magical worlds.

Key Locations

• Diagon Alley: A hidden street located in London, where witches and wizards shop for magical supplies.
• Hogwarts: The prestigious school for magic, where young witches and wizards receive their education.

Important Characters

• Albus Dumbledore: The wise and powerful headmaster of Hogwarts, known for his vast knowledge of magic.
• Hagrid: Rubeus Hagrid serves as the keeper of keys and grounds at Hogwarts, introducing Harry to the wizarding world.
• The Dursleys: Harry Potter's abusive relatives with whom he lives before attending Hogwarts.
• Dudley Dursley: Harry's spoiled cousin, who often bullies him during his childhood.

Harry's Background

• Living Conditions: Harry sleeps in a cupboard under the stairs in the Dursley household, emphasizing his mistreatment.
• Harry's Parents: They were killed by Voldemort, a dark wizard, which sets the stage for Harry's significance in the wizarding world.

Education and Activities

• Professor Quirrell: The teacher of Defence Against the Dark Arts at Hogwarts, adding to Harry’s educational challenges.
• Quidditch: A popular wizarding sport played on broomsticks, akin to soccer but set in the air.

Notable Gifts

• Birthday Gift: Hagrid gifts Harry an owl, symbolizing the beginning of Harry's journey into the magical realm.
• Mr. Ollivander: The wandmaker who sells Harry his first wand, pivotal in Harry’s development as a wizard.