Ah so they were learning about the differences about Griffins and Hippogriffs. What did he know about them? He looked a little bit in his book and saw something. He raised his hand and said, "Professor I know the Griffin has been used my their owners for treasure guarding. I know for Hippogriffs you need to treat them with respect." That is the gist he got from it. He knew not to disrespect Hippogriffs.