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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is appointed the new Gryffindor Quidditch seeker before Christmas break?
(a) Cho Chang.
(b) Fred Weasley.
(c) Draco Malfoy.
(d) Ginny Weasley.

2. What mistake does Ron make during the first Quidditch practice that results in it being canceled?
(a) Ron flies into a classroom window and disrupts a lecture.
(b) Ron falls off his broom and breaks his arm.
(c) Ron accidentally scores for the wrong side.
(d) Ron hits his teammate in the face with a Quaffle, causing her to have a nosebleed.

3. What makes Aunt Petunia decide Harry must be allowed to stay?
(a) A visit from Hagrid.
(b) A Howler which says "Remember my last, Petunia".
(c) A formal request from the Ministry of Magic.
(d) An owl from Dumbledore reminding her why Harry's mother died.

4. Why does Ginny chastise Harry when they sit down to eat over the holidays?
(a) Because he promised he would give her lessons to make her a better Seeker.
(b) Because he isn't moving on his feelings for Cho and it's painfully obvious he should.
(c) Because he hasn't talked to her and she's the only other person that's been possessed by Voldemort.
(d) Because he is putting the entire Order in danger by remaining at the headquarters.

5. After learning of the attack on Mr. Weasley, why does Dumbledore send former Headmaster paintings to search for him?
(a) Because the paintings are more trustworthy than the Order of the Phoenix.
(b) Because he is too afraid of Voldemort to go look himself.
(c) Because it doesn't matter if something attacks a painting since they're already dead.
(d) Because the paintings can appear in any frame that bears their name.

6. What do members of the Slytherin House do during the match that fiercely demoralizes Ron?
(a) Cast spells at Ron while the referees are not looking.
(b) Dress up as Death Eaters.
(c) Create an illusion that makes it appear as though there are no spectators cheering for Gryffindor.
(d) Sing a song during the match about how bad Ron is at Quidditch.

7. What Ministry employee has been sent to Hogwarts as the new Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher?
(a) Dolores Umbridge.
(b) Percy Weasley.
(c) Cornelius Fudge.
(d) Mr. Weasley.

8. What does Dumbledore tell Harry when they speak after the hearing?
(a) They don't speak. Dumbledore leaves without even looking at Harry.
(b) The dark times ahead will require vigilance against false friends.
(c) That he needs to guard carefully against trickery from the Ministry.
(d) That he will need Harry's assistance this year to protect the students at Hogwarts.

9. What does Harry discover about the pain he feels in his scar on occasion?
(a) It occurs when he is linked to Voldemort's moods.
(b) It hurts whenever someone tries to cast a dark spell on him.
(c) It hurts when he thinks about painful memories, particularly of his parents.
(d) Whenever he is under duress, it starts to burn.

10. What post is Professor Umbridge appointed to by the Ministry of Magic?
(a) Headmistress of Hogwarts.
(b) Assistant Minister of Magic.
(c) Divination Professor.
(d) Hogwarts' High Inquisitor.

11. Why do Harry and friends advise Sirius against coming to visit them disguised as a black dog?
(a) Because they believe Malfoy can see through the disguise.
(b) Because Professor Umbridge has spectacles that can see through disguises.
(c) Harry wants his godfather to stop constantly looking over his shoulder.
(d) Because Harry is embarrassed that Malfoy is a prefect and he is not.

12. How long does Harry wait for news after sending his letters?
(a) Three days.
(b) One week.
(c) Four days.
(d) Six days.

13. Why is the Gryffindor Quidditch practice cancelled?
(a) Because the team has not been given permission to reform.
(b) Because Ron injures another teammate.
(c) Because dementors have been spotted lurking around Hogwarts.
(d) Because Umbridge has forbidden all sporting activities during the academic week.

14. What special device do Harry and Mr. Weasley use to enter the building for Harry's disciplinary hearing?
(a) A magical "broken" phone booth.
(b) A shrinking door.
(c) The newest Nimbus broomstick.
(d) Floo powder.

15. Why does Hagrid choose to ignore Hermione's advice about changing his curriculum?
(a) Because he is certain his lessons are more interesting than other teachers' might be.
(b) Because Hermione always worries about trivial things.
(c) Because he's not smart enough to write new lesson plans.
(d) Because Dumbledore told him not to concern himself with Umbridge.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Harry's friends neglect to respond to his letters?

2. Why is Minister Fudge trying to undermine Dumbledore in the wizarding community?

3. What suspicious character is Minister Fudge talking to when Harry leaves his hearing?

4. What does McGonagall tell Harry to watch out for?

5. How did the Black family's beliefs differ from those of Sirius?

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