[HPforGrownups] Re: PoA Chapter Summary: Chapter 7

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No: HPFGUIDX 18808

1.  Why was Remus on the train?

He probably couldn't afford another mode of transportation, or was too weak 
to do it any other way. I've heard other people ask why didn't he just 
apparate. "Are you ever going to read _Hogwarts, A History_?"  <G> If it's 
true that the first day of school came around the time of the full moon, then 
Lupin was more than likely in a weakened state. 

2.  What do you think Ginny experiences when the Dementors get near? 

Probably a horrible recollection about the Riddle/Diary incident.  Not 
knowing much about Ginny, it's hard to speculate.

3.  What do you think Neville experiences when the Dementors get near?

I like the theory that he was somehow around when his parents were paralyzed 
by the Cruciatus curse, and his memory trouble a result of a memory charm. 
This adds so much more depth to his character. Until now, I've always 
pictured Ralph Wiggam from _The Simpsons_ whenever Neville is in a scene. But 
now that I've been thinking about it, he's in worse shape than Harry (see #6 
for more on this).


4.  Just how badly was Malfoy hurt?

Are you kidding? That lying brat..... just milking it for what it was worth 
to get his way. 

5.  > as the new 
>   

Well, the kids haven't had much luck with DADA teachers, now have they? It's 
just old hat for them. Also, the train ride was somewhat traumatic, and they 
probably weren't feeling much like celebrating. Kids (and adults for that 
matter) can be judgmental about someone's appearance. Perhaps he didn't look 
like someone worth applauding.

6.  Why is Neville so terrified of Snape?

Neville, more than any of the children, including Harry*, knows what evil is 
capable of. Now before you call me an idiot, let me explain. Harry's parents 
are dead. Neville, on the other hand, can see his parents. He has a visual 
reminder of what evil can do. He can see how broken and traumatized they are. 
I'm sure his Granny told him that Snape was a Death Eater (this is just a gut 
feeling; I think she's bitter about having to raise Neville who's a "shame" 
to their family). Even if she didn't, the children have all gossiped about 
Snape, and I'm sure he's heard it. To know that Snape was in the same crowd 
that tortured his parents into a waking coma has got to be traumatic. Add the 
fact that Snape is openly hateful towards him, and there isn't any reason why 
he should be afraid.

*I'm referring to the Harry in PoA, not GoF. I'm sure by the end of GoF, 
Harry and Neville have much more in common. I'm sure that after Harry saw the 
AK spell performed on Cedric, he had a much greater understanding of how evil 
works.  


7.  Why do you think Hermione feels she must take all those classes?

She's an intelligent child, who has high ambition. I don't think it's any 
great mystery that Hermione is an overachiever. Also, having been raised by 
Muggles, I think she feels she's "missing" something. 


8.  Why does JKR refer to Remus as Lupin?  (She does this with Snape and 
Dumbledore as well)

As opposed to what? I'm not sure I understand where this one is going..... 
(getting a bit sleepy here)


9.  Is there more to Remus than meets the eye (other than being a werewolf)?

I think Lupin was probably approached by the dark side. "The wizarding world 
will scorn you. Be one of us!" I think he me have a lot of enemies on the 
other side. Also, I think he is afraid to get close to Harry, despite an 
obvious want to. I for the life of me can't figure out why, unless the pain 
of losing James is still too much for him.  

Toby
who hopes this made some sense....   :-)


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