My Predictions - Contest

[Shylah]

No: HPFGUIDX 130329

Prediction Contest

Compulsory Questions (0-5 points each):

1. Who will be the most major character to die?

Cornelius Fudge.  Reason being, he is not going to go quietly after
fighting to preserve his status for so long, and it would create a
sudden vacuum that LV might find useful.


2. Who is the Half-Blood Prince? (If "The Old Lion Guy," describe more.)

The HBP, well, I think it will be someone we already know well rather
than a new character, and it was said that the revelation would be a
surprise, so after a think, my guess is.

Sirius Black.

Nothing has been said if the HBP character is dead or alive that I can
recall.  I can also imagine Bellatrix's reaction (for one) to find out
a hitch with her line.


3. What is Lily's big secret? (This question will be eliminated and
full credit given to everyone if no big secret is revealed.)

I think she was in league with Dumbledore prior to Godric's Hollow,
with the advanced level of charm work required. However, I don't
believe that she knew fully the outcome, or else, why hide in the
first place.  Some of her sacrifice had to contain a level of hope and
faith that she was doing the right thing.


4. Who will be the new DADA teacher?

Probably that new character McClarren (spelling)


5. With whom will Harry have a romantic relationship?

Considering that I expect anyone who dates Harry will be a major
target, potential toast.  I would like him to continue as is for the
meantime, and stick with friendships.  Dating no one seriously.


6. Who will be the new Minister of Magic?

Ideally, Amelia Bones. But I fear that things will get worse before
they get better.


7. What is that bowl-thing on the green U.S. HBP cover?

A pensieve.

However, like the difference in computers, as in between a desktop and
a notebook.  It is not Dumbledore's one, which appears to be smaller
and lighter.  I think it is one that is very old, and seems to be made
for the stand it is on, rather than easily moved.


8. Will Harry take Advanced Potions?

Yes.  Snape doesn't do himself any favours in that respect by teaching
at such an advanced level, as noted by Umbridge.


9. Will Neville take Advanced Potions?

I think that he received a mark just high enough after the exam seemed
to go well for him.  However, it would hinge on the fact that whether
potions at NEWT level was an optional subject or not, once the grade
was reached.  If it is compulsory, I'd have to say yes.


10. How many OWLs did Harry get?

All but Astronomy. But I think that his DADA would have received the
highest mark


Predictions (0-10 points each):

1. Hogsmeade visits will be cancelled, or at the very least, severely
curtailed at some point in the book.

2. Neville, knowing that Bellatrix was the only one to escape from the
MOM will have had all summer to focus on that, and will show up,
changed somewhat.  More in line with a noticeable continuation of his
DA club improvements, but this time, the school population in general
will get to see it.

3.  The Dursley's learn of Mrs Figg's real status and are forced, for
their own safely, to endure more contact with Wizards adding
protections and securing the home more, but they are still un-noticed
by the neighbours.

4. Ron is a target as he is so close to Harry.  But, judging from past
information.  Temptations rather than threats are attempted first. 
Voldemort would be very smug if he could prove that even Harry's
closest friends could be turned.  Thinking back to the speech as TM in
the Chamber of Secrets.

5.  Draco suffers a major case of upset over his father's actions. 
Possibly due to question 2 answer.  This time, he cannot blame anyone.
 His response to this will determine which side he will end up on. 
With him idolising his father so much, it will not go well for him.