The Vanishing Glass, Chapter 2

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What dream was Harry having when his aunt woke him in the morning?

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He was dreaming about a flying motorcycle.

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What does 'ruffled' mean?

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Disturbed, annoyed.

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What strange occurrence happened in connection with Harry at the reptile house?

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A snake communicated with him, then the glass front on the snake’s tank vanished and the snake was able just to slither away.

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What was Dudley Dursley’s complaint about his birthday presents?

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He didn’t get enough of them.

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What kind of strange things often happened around Harry?

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His hair was cut and grows back overnight; his sweater shrank all on its own; and he was able to leap onto a chimney.

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What is the significance of Harry dreaming about a flying motorcycle?

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It symbolizes Harry's desire for freedom and adventure.

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What does the term 'peculiar' mean?

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Strange or unusual.

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How does Harry's ability to communicate with the snake reflect his character?

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It shows that Harry has a unique connection to the magical world.

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What does Dudley’s reaction to his birthday presents reveal about his character?

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It shows that Dudley is spoiled and ungrateful.

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What does the vanishing glass represent in the story?

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It represents Harry's emerging magical abilities.