1.
According to the Beedle the Bard story who or what created the Deathly Hallows?
Correct Answer
B. Death
Explanation
In the Beedle the Bard story, it is mentioned that the Deathly Hallows were created by the Peverell Brothers. These three brothers were skilled wizards who were gifted a wand, a stone, and a cloak by Death himself. Each brother used their respective Hallow to gain power and cheat death in different ways. Therefore, the Peverell Brothers are responsible for the creation of the Deathly Hallows.
2.
Who is the only victim of the Basilisk to die?
Correct Answer
A. Myrtle Warren
Explanation
Myrtle Warren is the only victim of the Basilisk to die because she was killed by the Basilisk's gaze when she encountered it in the bathroom. This event is described in the Harry Potter series, specifically in "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets".
3.
The basilisk only attacks Muggleborns (mudbloods).
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
False. In the Harry Potter series, the basilisk attacks anyone who looks into its eyes, regardless of their blood status. However, during the events in "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets," the basilisk, controlled by Tom Riddle, targets Muggle-born students specifically, but it can harm or kill any person who directly looks into its eyes.
4.
Which of these is not an animagus?
Correct Answer
D. Remus Lupin
Explanation
Remus Lupin is not an animagus because he is a werewolf. An animagus is a witch or wizard who can transform into an animal at will, but Lupin's transformation into a werewolf is involuntary and occurs during the full moon. Therefore, he does not possess the ability to transform into an animal outside of his werewolf form.
5.
Which of these are quidditch positions?
Correct Answer(s)
A. Chaser
C. Keeper
D. Seeker
Explanation
The correct answer is Chaser, Keeper, and Seeker. These are all positions in the game of quidditch, a fictional sport from the Harry Potter series. A chaser is responsible for scoring goals by throwing a ball through the opponent's hoops, while a keeper defends their own team's hoops. The seeker's role is to catch the golden snitch, which ends the game and earns their team a significant number of points.
6.
How many years did Sirius Black spend in Azkaban?
Correct Answer
D. 12
Explanation
Sirius Black spent 12 years in Azkaban.
7.
What is the name of the conductor of the Knight Bus?
Correct Answer
A. Stan Shunpike
Explanation
Stan Shunpike is the correct answer because he is the conductor of the Knight Bus in the Harry Potter series. He is responsible for driving the bus and helping passengers reach their destinations quickly and safely. Stan is a recurring character in the books and movies, known for his cheerful and slightly reckless personality. He wears a purple uniform and is often seen interacting with Harry and his friends during their travels on the Knight Bus.
8.
Which ones are or were headmasters (headmistress)?
Correct Answer(s)
A. Armando Dippet
C. Minerva McGonagall
E. Severus Snape
Explanation
Armando Dippet, Minerva McGonagall, and Severus Snape are the correct answers because they all held the position of headmaster or headmistress. Armando Dippet was the headmaster of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry before Albus Dumbledore. Minerva McGonagall became the headmistress of Hogwarts after the Battle of Hogwarts. Severus Snape briefly served as the headmaster of Hogwarts during the Deathly Hallows.
9.
What were the name of the Three Schools to participate in the Triwizard Tournament?
Correct Answer
C. Hogwarts, Beauxbatons, Durmstrang
Explanation
The correct answer is Hogwarts, Beauxbatons, Durmstrang. These three schools were chosen to participate in the Triwizard Tournament, which is a magical competition held between the three largest wizarding schools in Europe. Hogwarts is the school where the main characters of the Harry Potter series attend, while Beauxbatons and Durmstrang are schools from France and Scandinavia respectively.
10.
Which was the first Horcrux to be destroyed?
Correct Answer
A. The Diary
Explanation
The first Horcrux to be destroyed was the Diary. In "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets," Harry stabs the diary with a basilisk fang, which destroys the piece of Voldemort's soul contained within it. This happens when Harry battles the basilisk and uses one of its fangs to kill the diary, ultimately destroying the Horcrux.
11.
Voldemort's Death was the same in the book as it was in the movie.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
In the book, Voldemort's death is described in detail, highlighting the impact it has on the characters and the significance of the event. However, in the movie adaptation, Voldemort's death is portrayed differently, with visual effects and action sequences taking precedence over the emotional and symbolic aspects. Therefore, the statement that Voldemort's death was the same in the book as it was in the movie is false.
12.
Prophecy's can only be removed by who or what?
Correct Answer
A. Whom they are about
Explanation
Prophecies can only be removed by the individuals whom they are about. This means that only the specific person or people mentioned in the prophecy have the power to remove it. This makes sense because prophecies are usually related to a particular person's destiny or future events that involve them. Therefore, it is logical that they would have the authority to remove or alter the prophecy if they choose to do so.