Harry Potter the beginning

Who are the three characters shown at the beginning?

• Harry, Ron, Hermione

• Dumbledore, McGonagall, Hagrid

• Voldemort, Snape, Malfoy

What is the weather like in this scene? Describe it in English.

What object does Dumbledore use to put out the street lights?

• A wand

• • A flashlight

• A candle

What does Dumbledore say about the baby?

• • He is dangerous

• • He is special

• He is lost

Why do you think the baby is being left at the Dursleys’ house?

If you were in Dumbledore’s place, would you leave the baby with the Dursleys? Why or why not? What other options could you consider?