[HPforGrownups] Wizard Schools and Transportation

[Jinx]

No: HPFGUIDX 6207


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From: Sister Mary Lunatic <klaatu at primenet.com>
To: <HPforGrownups at egroups.com>
Sent: Wednesday, November 29, 2000 1:03 AM
Subject: RE: [HPforGrownups] Wizard Schools and Transportation


> On the subject of transportation, it's odd that we never read about any of
> the adults traveling by broomstick.  It seems that the only thing adults
use
> brooms for is to play Quidditch.

Yeah, I'd noticed that.  I have this theory on magical transport and how it
compares to Muggle transport.

Brooms = bikes.  Used by kids to get anywhere as is their only personal form
of transport other than walking.  Not generally used for long journeys
because of the effort involved.  Adults use them mainly for recreational
purposes as they have more efficient modes of transport available for when
they want to travel.

Floo powder = public transport.  Somewhat lower-class.  Also you need to
leave and arrive at specific points (fireplaces on the Floo network/bus
stops and train stations) so it's not too flexible.  Possibility of missing
your stop.  Used primarily for journeys on the beaten track and by those who
can't drive/Apparate.  Kids use it to make journeys that would be
impracticable for a broom.

Apparition = cars.  Main form of transport for adults.  Minimum age
requirements and a test needed before you can use it.  Can take you
virtually anywhere.  Kids can't use it though, which is a major source of
irritation to them as they get older.

Can't think of one for Portkeys yet, but I'm sure someone will.  :)

Jinx