The Journey of Joanne Rowling

The transcript narrates the journey of Joanne Rowling, known as JK Rowling, from her childhood love for stories to becoming a world-renowned author. It highlights her early life in a small town, her challenges during teenage years, and the inspiration for Harry Potter during a train journey. Despite facing rejections, her determination led to the publication of 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone', which became a global phenomenon, inspiring millions of readers.

What was Joanne Rowling's favorite place as a child?

• The school

• The library

• The garden

• The park

Who was Joanne's best friend during her childhood?

• Shawn

• Jessica

• Hermione

• Ron

What significant challenge did Joe face in her teenage years?

• She moved to a new country

• Her mother became ill

• She failed her exams

• Her father lost his job

Where did Joe study after her teenage years?

• University of Cambridge

• University of London

• University of Exeter

• University of Oxford

What inspired Joe to create the character Harry Potter?

• A train journey

• A dream she had

• A conversation with a friend

• A book she read

Where did Joe often write her Harry Potter story?

• At her office

• In a park

• In a library

• In cafes

Which publisher decided to publish Joe's first Harry Potter book?

• Random House

• HarperCollins

• Penguin

• Bloomsbury

What was the title of Joe's first published Harry Potter book?

• Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

• Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone

• Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

• Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

What impact did the Harry Potter series have on readers?

• It inspired children to read and dream

• It discouraged children from reading

• It was only popular in the UK

• It was not well-received

What is Joanne Rowling's pen name?

• J.K. Simmons

• J.K. Rowling

• J.K. Smith

• J.K. Johnson