Subject: Hermione's Character Flaws

[Melissa]

No: HPFGUIDX 69063

<<<<Wiley Willowsbough:
No real arguments being made here, whether this is a flaw or not.  But it
was an interesting discussion on her character.  I don't know if we should
try to measure characters by the strengths and flaws, but just the fact that
they are different from each other.  For all we know, Hermione's not even
brave enough to fly a broom in public!  But, I'd still want her on my side,
even if she would be one to stay in the background when the action is on.>>>

I feel that Hermione does possess more bravery than most think.  Not in the conventional way of course.  But think of it this way - What are some of Hermione's biggest fears?  They are breaking rules, getting expelled, getting in trouble etc....  Yet, she overcomes these fears on numerous occasions to help Harry, Ron, or Hagrid.  She knows she is taking the chance that she may get into trouble.  She is the one who organized the DA class even after Umbridge posted the decree against it and of course all of the times she snuck out with the boys under the invisibility cloak.   I think it takes an act of bravery on her part to overcome those fears that ultimately lead to many successes for Harry thanks to Hermione's assistance.

Melissa



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