Secrets of the Rogue Bludger

Why does Harry decide to continue playing in the Quidditch match even after being attacked by the rogue Bludger?

• He wants to impress Professor Lockhart.

• He doesn't want to let his team down.

• He is afraid of being punished if he leaves the game.

• He thinks the Bludger will stop attacking him if he ignores it.

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What can you infer about Dobby’s motivations for interfering with Harry’s life at Hogwarts, based on the events in this chapter?

• Dobby wants to get Harry in trouble with the teachers.

• Dobby is trying to protect Harry.

• Dobby is jealous of Harry’s popularity.

• Dobby wants to become a Hogwarts student.

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Summarize the main consequence of the rogue Bludger incident for Harry and his friends.

• Harry is expelled from the Quidditch team.

• Harry ends up in the hospital wing.

• Ron and Hermione are banned from future matches.

• The Quidditch match is canceled.

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How does the reaction of Professor Lockhart to Harry’s injury reveal aspects of his character?

• He confidently heals Harry’s arm with no problems.

• He tries to help but makes it worse.

• He ignores Harry and focuses on the game.

• He blames Harry for the accident.

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What theme is highlighted by the way Harry’s friends support him after the Quidditch match?

• The importance of following rules.

• Friendship and loyalty.

• The dangers of magic.

• The excitement of sports.

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Based on the events of this chapter, what might happen if the rogue Bludger is not investigated further?

• The Quidditch team will win more matches.

• More students could be in danger.

• The Bludger will fix itself.

• The teachers will ignore the problem.

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Compare Harry’s response to danger in this chapter to how he responded to challenges in Book 1.

• In both books, Harry avoids taking risks.

• In Book 2, Harry takes more risks to help others.

• In Book 1, Harry never faces danger.

• In Book 2, Harry is less brave than in Book 1.

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What evidence from the chapter suggests that the rogue Bludger was tampered with intentionally?

• The Bludger only targets Harry.

• The Bludger is a different color than usual.

• The Bludger disappears after the match.

• The Bludger is heavier than normal.

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Evaluate Hermione’s decision to collect a sample from the hospital wing for the Polyjuice Potion. What does this show about her character?

• She is careless and reckless.

• She is resourceful and determined.

• She is uninterested in the events at Hogwarts.

• She is afraid to break the rules.

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How does the rogue Bludger serve as a symbol in this chapter?

• It represents the fun of Quidditch.

• It symbolizes hidden dangers at Hogwarts.

• It stands for the teachers’ lack of control.

• It is a symbol of Harry’s skill at flying.

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