Was Ariana the one who performed charms on the goat?

[susanmcgee48176]

No: HPFGUIDX 173411

Having now re-read the book a couple of times......

Did Albus' comment about Aberforth -- that he wasn't sure Aberforth 
could read strike you as mean-spirited? Given what we know now about 
their history?

Also, we find out that Dumbledore's father would not reveal why he had 
attacked the Muggles for fear of exposing Ariana.

Is it possible that it was Ariana who performed inappropriate charms on 
the goat....and Aberforth covered up for her -- taking the rap? Would 
that be why his Patronus is a goat?

Susan McGee
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