Harry Potter Chapter 2 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What dream was Harry having when his aunt woke him in the morning?

He was dreaming about a flying motorcycle.

Where in the Dursley house did Harry sleep?

He slept in the cupboard under the stairs.

What was the first rule for a quiet life with the Dursleys?

Don't ask questions.

Who got all of the good things in the Dursley household?

Dudley Dursley, Harry's cousin, got all the good things. Signup and view all the answers

What was Dudley Dursley's complaint about his birthday presents?

He complained that he didn't get enough of them. Signup and view all the answers

Who was Mrs. Figg?

She was a mad, old lady who lived two streets away from the Dursleys. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Harry finally get to go to the zoo with the Dursley family?

His aunt and uncle weren't able to think of anything else to do with him. Signup and view all the answers

What kind of strange things often happened around Harry?

His hair was cut and grew back overnight; his sweater shrank all on its own; and he was able to leap onto a chimney. Signup and view all the answers

What strange occurrence happened in connection with Harry at the reptile house?

A snake communicated with him, then the glass front on the snake's tank vanished, and the snake was able just to slither away. Signup and view all the answers

What strange vision did Harry have about his dead parents?

He saw a blinding flash of green light and had a burning pain on his forehead. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Harry Potter - Chapter 2 Key Points

Harry dreamt of a flying motorcycle, reflecting his desire for adventure and escape from his mundane life.
He slept in a cupboard beneath the stairs, highlighting his mistreatment and his status as an outcast in the Dursley household.
The Dursleys enforced a rule of silence, discouraging questions to maintain a 'quiet life,' indicating their authoritarian parenting style.
Dudley Dursley, Harry's cousin, was the favored child, receiving all the privileges and affection from the Dursleys.
Dudley complained about not receiving enough birthday presents, showcasing his entitlement and greedy nature.
Mrs. Figg, a neighbor described as a mad old lady, had a role in watching over Harry when the Dursleys were away.
Harry was reluctantly allowed to go to the zoo when the Dursleys ran out of options for childcare, indicating their neglect.
Strange phenomena often occurred around Harry, including hair magically growing back and clothes shrinking, hinting at his unknown magical abilities.
At the reptile house, a snake communicated with Harry, and the glass vanished, allowing the snake to escape, illustrating Harry's connection to magic.
Harry experienced a vision of a blinding green light and a searing pain on his forehead when thinking of his deceased parents, alluding to the mystery of their deaths and his past.

Description

Test your knowledge of Chapter 2 from Harry Potter! This quiz focuses on key events and details that shape the beginning of Harry's story. Perfect for fans and students wanting to review important concepts from this chapter.