[HPforGrownups] PS/SS Chapter Eleven Summary and Questions

[Derry]

No: HPFGUIDX 28350

> From: M. Barnett <fyregirl at cfl.rr.com>

> 1. If you were brand new to the wizarding world and a brand new
> seeker and you read that the most serious quidditch accidents
> happened to people playing your position, would you reconsider
> playing?

I'd probably figure that I couldn't back out without looking a total fool.
Besides, Harry has had people rhapsodising over what a fantastic Seeker he is.
Wouldn't it be nice to be well-known for something he's _done_ rather than
something he _is_?  Considering he hasn't been outstanding at lessons, it would be
reassuring to have something to prove that he does belong in the wizarding world.
(Then again, I used to ride cross-country, which is probably the most dangerous
equine sport, simply because I was good at it.  I'm probably not a sensible person
to ask.  <g>)

> 2. Snape takes away points for having a library book "outside the
> school".  Wouldn't all the grounds be considered "the school"?  Is
> he just being mean?

Well, it's a rule that was rigorously enforced at my school, with regard to taking
library books out of the school buildings and I think it's fairly clear that
that's what Snape means.  But yes, he probably was just being mean.  Bless.  <g>

> 4. Earlier in the chapter, they decide that having flames in a jar
> wouldn't be allowed.  Why do they not have a problem with Hermione
> performing a charm to make paint flash?  Is it not the same kind of
> principle? (Wouldn't they be much more likely to be questioned in
> front of that many people than they would by themselves?)

Different charms, different reactions.  Flames are dangerous - we see that
Hermione can set Snape alight.  Flashing paint is a different kettle of fish.

Derry - delurking
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