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   A summary of Chapter 1 in J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. Learn exactly what happened in this chapter, scene, or section of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone and what it means. Perfect for acing essays, tests, and quizzes, as well as for writing lesson plans.

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   "Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone" is the first instalment of the popular Harry Potter book series by J.K. Rowling. It follows the events of Harry Potter’s first year at Hogwarts. "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" works as an introduction to the world of magic.

3. www.hp-lexicon.org › 2011/07/10 › philosophers-stonePhilosopher's Stone: Chapter by Chapter – Harry Potter Lexicon

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   • Author: William Silvester

   • The Boy Who Lived. In which we meet the Dursleys and learn of the peculiar happenings surrounding the arrival of Harry Potter on their doorstep including a conversation between Professors Dumbledore and McGonagall.
   • The Vanishing Glass. In which is related the sad circumstances under which Harry has lived for the past ten years and of a trip to the zoo that goes awry.
   • The Letters From No One. In which Dudley gets his new uniform and a letter arrives for Harry, which Uncle Vernon destroys – prompting a veritable deluge of letters over the next few days.
   • The Keeper of the Keys. In which Hagrid arrives at the hut and informs Harry that he is a wizard and has been accepted into Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

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   Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (also Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone) study guide contains a biography of J.K. Rowling, quiz questions, major themes, characters, and a full summary and analysis.

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   J.K. Rowling explores some essential themes within Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. Here's a deep dive analysis into the novel.

6. hastyreader.com › harry-potter-and-theHarry Potter and The Philosopher’s Stone Summary By Chapter

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   Harry is the only survivor of an attack by Voldemort, which resulted in the deaths of his parents, James and Lily Potter. Harry has a lightning-shaped scar on his forehead from the attack. Dumbledore leaves a letter for the Dursleys explaining the situation.

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   How does Harry Potter and the philosopher's stone work?

   • “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” works as an introduction to the world of magic. The story plays from the perspective of Harry Potter, who is also just discovering magic. Therefore, the reader, like Harry Potter, is introduced to the nuances and establishments of the magical world in this book.

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   What happens in Harry Potter Chapter 1?

   • The chapter begins with Harry’s last month at the Dursleys’ house, which is marked by their avoidance of him. When it’s time to leave for Hogwarts, Uncle Vernon drops Harry off at King’s Cross Station but mockingly leaves him unsure of how to find Platform Nine and Three-Quarters.

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   What happens in Harry Potter & Dumbledore & McGonagall?

   • In which we meet the Dursleys and learn of the peculiar happenings surrounding the arrival of Harry Potter on their doorstep including a conversation between Professors Dumbledore and McGonagall. In which is related the sad circumstances under which Harry has lived for the past ten years and of a trip to the zoo that goes awry.

   Philosopher's Stone: Chapter by Chapter – Harry Potter Lexicon

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   How does Harry Potter fight Voldemort?

   • Confrontation with Voldemort: Harry finally confronts Voldemort who is engraved at the back of Professor Quirrell's head and defeats him, protecting the Philosopher's Stone from being stolen. Harry Potter: The protagonist, a boy who discovers he is a famous wizard and is in danger of being attacked by his foe, Lord Voldemort.

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   What happens at the end of Harry Potter?

   • The chapter concludes with Harry being left on the Dursley’s doorstep, unaware of his significance in the wizarding world. The narrative hints that he will be celebrated as “the boy who lived.” Nearly a decade has passed since the Dursleys found their nephew, Harry Potter, on their doorstep.

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   What does Quirrell say about Voldemort?

   • Quirrell explains that he let the troll in on Halloween and tried to kill Harry during the Quidditch match, not Snape. He also admits to serving Lord Voldemort and that Voldemort is currently with him. Harry realizes that Voldemort is living on the back of Quirrell’s head, sharing his body.

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8. www.sparknotes.com › lit › harrypotterHarry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Full Book Analysis

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   An in-depth examination of the events in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone and what they mean.