J.K. Rowling Trivia: Test Your Inner Potterhead Powers Now!

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1. Which character from her "Harry Potter" books did J.K. Rowling say is closest to her?

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J.K. Rowling said that Hermione Granger is the character from her "Harry Potter" books that is closest to her. This suggests that Rowling sees herself in Hermione's character traits, values, or experiences. Hermione is known for her intelligence, bravery, and determination, which may align with qualities that Rowling identifies with or admires in herself.

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J.K. Rowling Trivia: Test Your Inner Potterhead Powers Now! - Quiz

You once binge-read the Harry Potter series under a blanket with a flashlight… but now someone challenges your actual J. K. Rowling knowledge—and you freeze. Was her first book Philosopher’s Stone or Sorcerer’s Stone? Was she always a writer, or did she have another job first? Panic sets in.... see more

This J. K. Rowling Trivia quiz is crafted to help fans, readers, and pop-culture junkies discover the real story behind the author who shaped a generation. From book facts and career history to controversies and lesser-known inspirations, this quiz doesn’t just test what you think you know—it reveals what you missed. Step up, Potterhead.
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2. J.K. Rowling was born where?

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J.K. Rowling was born in Chipping Sodbury, South Gloucestershire.

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3. J.K. Rowling has a degree in which subject?

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J.K. Rowling does not have a degree in any subject.

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4. The plot of which book of the HP series had a massive flaw and took J.K. Rowling 3 months to fix?

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5. Which council gave Rowling a grant to begin writing "Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets"?

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The Scottish Arts Council gave Rowling a grant to begin writing "Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets". This suggests that the Scottish Arts Council recognized the potential and value of Rowling's work and provided her with financial support to continue her writing.

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6. According to J.K. Rowling, which novel has, "the best ever twist in literature"?

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According to J.K. Rowling, the novel with "the best ever twist in literature" is Jane Austen's "Emma".

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7. Where did J.K. Rowling start writing her first novel, "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone"?

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Which character from her "Harry Potter" books did J.K. Rowling say is...
J.K. Rowling was born where?
J.K. Rowling has a degree in which subject?
The plot of which book of the HP series had a massive flaw and took...
Which council gave Rowling a grant to begin writing "Harry Potter And...
According to J.K. Rowling, which novel has, "the best ever twist in...
Where did J.K. Rowling start writing her first novel, "Harry Potter...
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