The Prank (was: Snape vs. Sirius (was: Snape's Stubbornness)

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Alla: 
Can someone give me a realistic speculation of mechanics of the 
Prank, because right now it is very hard for me to imagine.<
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Betsy:
I can think of several - actually, I've read several in fannon.  
Sirius pretends to let something slip where Snape can overhear.  
Snape, not realizing he's been set up, thinks he's learned something 
vital that could get James and Sirius expelled.  Sirius fakes a fit 
of rage and "says too much."  Again, Snape thinks he's learned 
something, not realizing he's been set up.  Sirius notices Snape 
sneaking around after him and leads him to the Whomping Willow.  
Snape thinks he's spied something out, doesn't realize he's being 
played.

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Of course, this is all guess-work.  The final resolution is up to 
JKR. :)


Alla:

Sorry, but I have another question. Let something slip to whom? 
Staged conversation? I guess it is possible, but how did he know that 
Snape will be listening?

I am also wondering what is the basis of fandom's ideas for "leading 
Snape into the Shack'  Again, talking and acting on it are two very 
different things, IMO.

Nice speculation over all, thanks.

JMO,

Alla