Reading comprehension

1. Who are the Dursleys, and how do they treat Harry?

1. Why do you think Harry, Ron, and Hermione decide to investigate the mystery of the Sorcerer’s Stone?

1. What does the story teach us about the importance of friendship?

1. If you were a student at Hogwarts, what kind of magic would you like to learn, and why?

What is the Sorcerer’s Stone, and what are its special powers?

How would you describe Hermione Granger’s personality based on her actions in the story?

How do you think Harry felt when he first arrived at Hogwarts, and have you ever felt similar emotions when starting something new?

Do you think Harry and his friends made the right decision to investigate the Sorcerer’s Stone on their own, or should they have told a teacher? Explain your reasoning.

Imagine you are creating a new magical object for the story. What would it be called, what would it do, and how would it help Harry and his friends?