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What big secret did Mr. and Mrs. Dursley want to keep?
What big secret did Mr. and Mrs. Dursley want to keep?
The Dursleys' secret is that Mrs. Dursley's sister, Mrs. Potter, is a witch.
In Chapter 1, what was the one unusual thing that Mr. Dursley thought he saw as he left for work?
In Chapter 1, what was the one unusual thing that Mr. Dursley thought he saw as he left for work?
There are many unusual things happening, like a cat reading a map, owls out in the daytime, strange people in funny cloaks, and raining shooting stars.
In Chapter 1, who was the cat on Privet Drive really?
In Chapter 1, who was the cat on Privet Drive really?
The cat on Privet Drive was really Professor McGonagall.
Who was Professor McGonagall waiting for on Privet Drive in Chapter 1?
Who was Professor McGonagall waiting for on Privet Drive in Chapter 1?
Why was Albus Dumbledore in the Dursley's neighborhood at the end of Chapter 1?
Why was Albus Dumbledore in the Dursley's neighborhood at the end of Chapter 1?
How did Hagrid arrive in the Dursley's neighborhood?
How did Hagrid arrive in the Dursley's neighborhood?
What did Harry Potter's scar look like and where was it?
What did Harry Potter's scar look like and where was it?
Where in the Dursley house did Harry sleep?
Where in the Dursley house did Harry sleep?
In Chapter 2, what was Dudley Dursley's complaint about his birthday presents?
In Chapter 2, what was Dudley Dursley's complaint about his birthday presents?
Why did Harry finally get to go to the zoo with the Dursley family?
Why did Harry finally get to go to the zoo with the Dursley family?
In Chapter 2, what strange thing happened at the reptile house?
In Chapter 2, what strange thing happened at the reptile house?
What was unusual about the first letter that arrived at the Dursleys' in Chapter 3?
What was unusual about the first letter that arrived at the Dursleys' in Chapter 3?
In Chapter 3, why did Mr. Dursley nail the mail slot shut?
In Chapter 3, why did Mr. Dursley nail the mail slot shut?
In Chapter 3, why did Mr. Dursley make everyone leave the house?
In Chapter 3, why did Mr. Dursley make everyone leave the house?
Who arrived with a BOOM at the little shack in Chapter 4?
Who arrived with a BOOM at the little shack in Chapter 4?
What was in the letter that Hagrid gave Harry?
What was in the letter that Hagrid gave Harry?
How did Hagrid communicate with Professor Dumbledore from the shack?
How did Hagrid communicate with Professor Dumbledore from the shack?
What are Muggles?
What are Muggles?
What did Harry learn about how his parents died?
What did Harry learn about how his parents died?
How did Harry get his scar?
How did Harry get his scar?
How did Mr. Dursley make Hagrid angry in Chapter 4?
How did Mr. Dursley make Hagrid angry in Chapter 4?
What is Gringotts? Who runs it?
What is Gringotts? Who runs it?
Why did Hagrid and Harry go to Diagon Alley?
Why did Hagrid and Harry go to Diagon Alley?
What did Hagrid pick up at Gringotts in vault 713?
What did Hagrid pick up at Gringotts in vault 713?
What did Hagrid buy for Harry as a birthday gift?
What did Hagrid buy for Harry as a birthday gift?
What was so unusual about the wand Harry got at Ollivander's?
What was so unusual about the wand Harry got at Ollivander's?
What are the four Hogwarts houses?
What are the four Hogwarts houses?
Flashcards
Mrs. Potter
Mrs. Potter
Mrs. Dursley's sister who is a witch, kept a secret from her family.
Dursley's Obliviousness
Dursley's Obliviousness
The Dursleys' family is a reflection of a 'normal' non-magical world, oblivious to the existence of magic.
Mr. Dursley's Oddities
Mr. Dursley's Oddities
Mr. Dursley notices unusual events during his commute, hinting at a magical world beyond his understanding.
Professor McGonagall's Disguise
Professor McGonagall's Disguise
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Dumbledore's Visit
Dumbledore's Visit
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Hagrid's Dramatic Arrival
Hagrid's Dramatic Arrival
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Harry's Lightning Bolt Scar
Harry's Lightning Bolt Scar
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Harry's Cupboard Under the Stairs
Harry's Cupboard Under the Stairs
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Dudley's Greed
Dudley's Greed
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Zoo Visit
Zoo Visit
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Harry's Snake Communication
Harry's Snake Communication
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Harry's Unusual Letter
Harry's Unusual Letter
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Dursleys' Attempts to Block the Letters
Dursleys' Attempts to Block the Letters
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Hagrid's Arrival
Hagrid's Arrival
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Harry's Acceptance Letter to Hogwarts
Harry's Acceptance Letter to Hogwarts
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Owl Communication
Owl Communication
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Muggles
Muggles
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Harry's Tragic Past
Harry's Tragic Past
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Harry's Scar
Harry's Scar
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Hagrid's Anger
Hagrid's Anger
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Gringotts Wizarding Bank
Gringotts Wizarding Bank
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Diagon Alley
Diagon Alley
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Vault 713
Vault 713
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Harry's Owl
Harry's Owl
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Harry's Wand
Harry's Wand
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Hogwarts Houses
Hogwarts Houses
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Study Notes
Dursleys and Secrets
- Mr. and Mrs. Dursley conceal that Mrs. Dursley's sister, Mrs. Potter, is a witch.
Chapter 1 Unusual Occurrences
- Mr. Dursley notices oddities: a cat reading a map, daytime owls, and people in cloaks during his commute.
- The cat on Privet Drive is actually Professor McGonagall in disguise.
- Professor McGonagall waits for Albus Dumbledore on Privet Drive.
- Dumbledore visits to place baby Harry Potter at his Aunt and Uncle's home after his parents' demise.
- Hagrid arrives on a flying motorcycle, further showcasing the magical world.
Harry's Identity
- Harry Potter has a distinguishing lightning bolt-shaped scar on his forehead.
- Harry sleeps in a cupboard under the stairs at the Dursleys' home.
Dudley's Birthday
- Dudley Dursley complains about having only 37 birthday presents, showcasing his spoiled nature.
- The Dursleys take Harry to the zoo because they can't find a babysitter, leading to significant events.
Reptile House Incident
- At the zoo, Harry communicates with a snake, causing the glass of its enclosure to vanish unexpectedly.
Letters and Secrets
- An unusual letter arrives for Harry, addressed specifically to him and indicating knowledge of his sleeping arrangements.
- Mr. Dursley reacts by sealing the mail slot to prevent further letters.
Chapter 4 Events
- Hagrid arrives at a shack with a loud boom, marking a dramatic entrance.
- Hagrid delivers Harry's acceptance letter to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
Communication and Magic
- Hagrid communicates with Dumbledore using an owl for messages.
- Muggles are defined as individuals who cannot utilize or do not understand magic.
Harry's Past
- Harry discovers his parents were killed by the dark wizard Voldemort.
- The scar on his forehead is a result of Voldemort's failed curse to kill him as an infant.
Dursleys vs. Hagrid
- Mr. Dursley angers Hagrid by insulting Dumbledore, triggering Hagrid's fury.
Gringotts and Wizarding World
- Gringotts serves as a wizarding bank operated by Goblins.
- Hagrid and Harry journey to Diagon Alley to gather school supplies.
- Hagrid retrieves a small package for Dumbledore from vault 713 at Gringotts.
Birthday Gift and Wand Significance
- As a birthday gift, Hagrid presents Harry with an owl, symbolizing companionship.
- Harry's wand is unique because it shares a phoenix feather connection with Voldemort's wand.
Hogwarts Houses
- The four houses at Hogwarts are Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, and Slytherin, each representing different traits and values.
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