So top grade's O for 'Outstanding,'" Hermione was saying, "and then there's A-" "No, E," George corrected her, "E for 'Exceeds Expectations.' And I've always thought Fred and I should've got E in everything, because we exceeded expectations just by turning up for the exams.
J. K. RowlingYes, well, principles are sometimes the problem, if you ask me,' said Miles. 'Often what's needed is a bit of common sense.' 'Which is the name people usually give to their prejudices,' rejoined Kay.
J. K. RowlingFirst think of the person who lives in disguise, Who deals in secrets and tells naught but lies. Next, tell me what's always the last thing to mend, The middle of middle and the end of end? And finally give me the sound often heard During the search for a hard-to-find word. Now string them together, and answer me this, Which creature would you be unwilling to kiss?
J. K. RowlingOh, for heavenโs sake, Sirius, Dumbledore said no!โ A bearlike black dog had appeared at Harryโs side as Harry clambered over the various trunks cluttering the hall to get to Mrs. Weasley. โOh honestly,โ said Mrs. Weasley despairingly. โWell, on your own head be it!โ The great black dog gave a joyful bark and gamboled around them, snapping at pigeons, and chasing its own tail. Harry couldnโt help laughing. Sirius had been trapped inside for a very long time.
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