Ch. 401The Best School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in the World
Key Plot Points and Events
- Scott's lizard incident is discussed; he reveals he used a Crow to deliver it, which is a product of Transfiguration.
- Dumbledore, McGonagall, and Flitwick discuss Bode's intentions and decide to keep an eye on him.
- Snape deducts 5 points from Ravenclaw for making noise in the corridor.
- Scott and his friends encounter Hermione, who is upset about the treatment of House-elves.
Character Developments
- Scott stands his ground on his beliefs about non-human races and human superiority.
- Hermione becomes passionate about advocating for House-elf rights.
- Snape continues to act as a double agent, causing trouble for Scott's group.
Significant Themes
- The treatment of non-human races and the ethics of slavery.
- Humanity's struggle for survival and dominance over nature.
- The arrogance of human superiority and the consequences of it.
Character Interactions
- Scott and the professors discuss the lizard incident and Bode's intentions.
- Scott and his friends encounter Snape, leading to a deduction of House points.
- Scott and Hermione have a heated debate about House-elf rights, leaving Hermione upset.