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What is the main idea of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban?
major conflictThe major conflict is the search to catch Sirius Black, an escaped convict from the wizard prison Azkaban, to protect Harry from him, and for Harry to come to terms with Black’s supposed role in his own parents’ death.
What is the basic story of Harry Potter?
The main story arc concerns Harry’s struggle against Lord Voldemort, a dark wizard who intends to become immortal, overthrow the wizard governing body known as the Ministry of Magic and subjugate all wizards and Muggles (non-magical people).
Reflection/Author’s Purpose I think the author’s purpose (J.K. Rowling) was to show that not everything, or everybody, is what it seems. It shows throughout the whole book that it’s not wise to make assumptions and “judge a book by its cover”.
What did Harry Potter teach us?
Harry taught us to never give up. Harry endured so much in the series, and he persevered through all of it. He showed us that you can push through even the hardest times, bounce back and succeed.
What is the main conflict in Harry Potter?
The main conflict throughout the series is Harry’s battle against the evil wizard, Lord Voldemort, who not only murdered Harry’s parents when he was an infant, but who also endeavors to take over the wizarding world.
What is the author’s purpose for writing Harry Potter?
“The idea that we could have a child who escapes from the confines of the adult world and goes somewhere where he has power, both literally and metaphorically, really appealed to me” stated Rowling in an interview. This was the basis of Rowling’s belief when she started writing a story of a young hero.
Why does Harry pass out from dementors?
“The reason Harry blacked out during dementor attacks is because this act of selfless love by Lily causes Voldemort unendurable pain whenever he experiences it. Like when he tried to possess Harry or touch him via Quirrel. Harry blacks out because one part of his soul is in agony while the other is not.