Characters & Relationships
Who is Dudley Dursley?
Harry’s spoiled cousin.
Where does the family go for Dudley’s birthday?
Zoo
What does “vanish” mean?
To suddenly disappear
Why is Harry surprised when the snake talks to him?
Because snakes don’t usually talk.
How does Harry feel about living with the Dursleys?
Unhappy and unwanted.
How does Dudley treat Harry?
He bullies him.
Why does Harry go to the zoo with them?
Mrs. Figg broke her leg and can’t babysit.
What does “spoiled” mean when describing Dudley?
He gets everything he wants and behaves badly.
What does Harry say to the snake before the glass vanishes?
He talks kindly and says he understands.
How does Dudley feel when the snake escapes?
Scared and shocked.
Who takes care of Harry?
His Aunt Petunia and Uncle Vernon.
What strange thing happens at the zoo?
The glass in front of the snake vanishes
What does “bully” mean?
Someone who is mean to others, especially weaker people
Why do the Dursleys get angry with Harry after the zoo?
They think he made the glass disappear.
How does Uncle Vernon react to the zoo incident?
He is furious with Harry.
What does Harry call the place where he sleeps?
The cupboard under the stairs.
What does the snake do after the glass disappears?
It speaks to Harry then slithers away
What does “slither” mean?
To move smoothly like a snake.
What does Harry remember about strange things happening before?
His hair growing back quickly and jumping onto a roof.
How does Harry feel when the snake thanks him?
Surprised and pleased.
How many presents does Dudley get for his birthday?
36
What happens to Dudley at the zoo?
He gets trapped in the snake’s enclosure.
What does “enclosure” mean in the context of the zoo?
A space where animals are kept.
Why does Harry think he might be different?
Strange things happen around him.
What does this chapter suggest about Harry’s future?
He might have magical powers.