Reading Check and Short Answer questions on key points are designed for guided reading assignments, in-class review, formative assessment, quizzes, and more.

Chapters 1-7

Reading Check

1. What is the name of the town where Frank lives?

2. Who is the Bulgarian Seeker?

Short Answer

Answer each question in at least 1 complete sentence. Incorporate details from the text to support your response.

1. How is Mr. Dursley’s attitude toward Mr. Weasley different from Mr. Weasley’s attitude toward Mr. Dursley?

2. What was unusual about the letter that Mrs. Weasley sent to Harry?

Paired Resource

“The Unifying Power of the Olympic Games”

• Professional sporting events, such as the Olympics, bring people together from all over the world. This article from the International Olympics Committee describes how the Olympics promotes international harmony.
• The information in this article connects to the novel’s theme of International Community and Unity.
• How can international sporting events bring people together? How can they drive people apart?

Chapters 8-12

Reading Check

1. What is the Bulgarian team’s mascot?

2. How old do students have to be to enter the Triwizard Tournament?

Short Answer

Answer each question in at least 1 complete sentence. Incorporate details from the text to support your response.

1. Why does Mr. Crouch threaten Winky with clothes?

2. Why is Ron unhappy with his dress robes?