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As you enter the History of Magic classroom, you instantly hear music both muggle and wizard playing softly in the background. It is an upbeat set of songs.
The classroom is decorated with a huge Happy Birthday banner across the front of the room that is charmed to change from blue to yellow to red to green to alternating colors occasionally. Each time the color changes, the font of the words change as well.
Across the right side of the classroom is a long table divided into four sections. Each section has a table cloth with a crest of each house on it. So there is a blue tablecloth with the Ravenclaw crest, a red tablecloth with the Gryffindor crest, a green table with the Slytherin crest, and a yellow table with the Hufflepuff crest. Each table contains plates, silverware, cups, and napkins that match the color of the tablecloth. Also there is a punch bowl full of a drink in the same shades. In the center of each table is a cake decorated with the crest of the house.
The middle of the classroom is divided into four different sections. Each section holds tables covered in similar tablecloths. Above each set of tables, streamers of the house shade are hanging above the cluster of table. A charm as been set that makes fireworks of the house shade pop occasionally about each cluster. Every once and a while confetti in the house colors explodes overhead and flutters down to the tables only to disappear a few minutes later.
The professor has written a message on the board that is enchanted to scribble out in her handwritting and stay for a few minutes and then erase and start again:
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Welcome to History of Magic: Lesson One!
Please find your house colors and have a seat at one of the tables in that cluster. But don't get too comfy, because we may be moving around.
Professor Gemma Cerulean
The Professor can be found at the door shaking everyone's hands as they enter the door.
OOC: Please come in and have a seat. You may chat but keep it to a minimum. Remember that when class starts, you need to cut out chatting. Also don't post yourself coming in late, Gemma hates late arrivals and will not give you a warning, she will deduct points from the first time you are late.
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~*Lesson Quick Links*~ (Will be updated as we go so you can find the Professor's links quickly and easily)
11. List of Events Mentioned
Final Thought Question: Do you think History will repeat itself here at Hogwarts? Or has it repeated itself here at Hogwarts?
The professor smiled at all of the students, "These are all great examples, can you think of some more before and after Harry Potter's time? Remember the school had been around for over 1000 years before Harry Potter and there have been some important events over the last fifty or so years as well. Great job...keep them coming"
Bella Raised Her hand and said " Well , In The time When Harry Potter Was in his First Year The Former Headmaster Albus Dumbledore was Hiding The Sorcerer's Stone In The hogwarts Castle . This Stone Could make an Elixir That would Make the Drinker Immortal This is The reason Why the dark Lord AKA Voldemort Wanted It . The sorcerer's Stone Belonged To Nicolas Flamel . Eventually Dumbledore Destroyed the Stone With permission From Nicolas . " She stopped and Gasped for Breath .
She had said The exact same Thing Her Great Great Grandmother Had told Her Great Grand Mother Who Had told Her Grandmother Who had Told her Mother Who had Told Bella . It was Information Passed down from Her Ancestors Who had Been In that Time with Harry potter and His friends .
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Hmm. Nika didn't know. How was she supposed to know!? She didn't even know that Hogwarts existed until the summer before last term. She looked at her professor with wide eyes and raised an eyebrow as she sent a confused message with her facial expressions. So much for a fun class...
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Gemma smiled at the students and started combining the list together of some of the events mentioned. She added a few extras to the list.
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*Founding of Hogwarts
*Conflict between Salazar and Godric
*Salazar creating the Chamber of Secrets
*The start of the Twiwizard Tournaments
*Dumbledore being made Headmaster
*Chamber of Secrets Opened the first time and Moaning Myrtle being killed
*Sorcerer's Stone is found and then later destroyed
*Chamber of Secrets Opened again and the Basilisk is killed
*Demeantors stationed at Hogwarts
*Ministry of Magic starts control of Hogwarts with Educational Decrees
*Deatheaters infiltrate the walls of Hogwarts
*Dumbledore is Killed
*Battle of Hogwarts
*Lord Voldermortist Comes to Power
*Ministry Intervention at School again
*Inter-House Tournament
She glanced at the list with a smile hoping that she hadn't forgotten anything. "That's just a synopsis of the list of events over the 1100 years here at Hogwarts. Do some of you notice that history has repeated itself a couple of times? Notice that many of the events required the houses to come together to make the outcome successful." she said feeling like she was going in circles but knowing that she had to do a finalized statement about everything. "I want you to keep in mind everything we've discussed today as you go about your days at Hogwarts. Remember that we all need each other and each house needs other to insure the successful future of Hogwarts." She smiled at the students and then flicked her wand.
Instantly the homework assignment appeared on the board.
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Assignment:
Create a new house for Hogwarts.
Make sure you describe everything thoroughly. A great explanation of everything should be atleast a parchment long/or three paragraphs long. We are not just filling in the blanks. Really take the time to explain everything out.
You need to describe everything about your new house, including but not limited to:
*Name
*Founder
*Crest
*Colors
*Mascot/Animal
*Attributes/Traits/Characteristics
*Goals
Again: Make sure you describe everything throroughly. A great explanation of everything should be atleast a parchment long/or three paragraphs long. We are not just filling in the blanks. Really take the time to explain everything out.
Points Possible: 7 pts
Extra Credit: Create your crest by either drawing it or by using a graphics program.
Due Date: Saturday, May 28 by midnight CST
OOC: Don't forget to take a look at the Homework & Assignments Rules to know how to submit everything. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to PM me, LezlieghD. Good luck!
She smiled and announced, "Okay everyone that is all for today's lesson. Make sure you take down the homework and get it to me by the deadline. Also, please feel free to take pieces of cake with you." she said motioning to the cakes still not finished on the tables. "I hope to see you all at our next lesson....it's sure to be an adventure." she promised with a wink at the students.
OOC: I'm going to leave the thread open until tomorrow morning to give everyone time to catch up and finish up their rps. Thanks everyone!
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OOC: I wasn't sure if by "give everyone a chance to catch up" you meant we could still answer, so sorry if it meant something else. *grins*
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What? Why was Sierra stuttering? It was unlike her, really. For a second he only stared at her, a very slight sign of a frown was on his forehead, but was quickly replaced by a wide smile, "Of course, always and forever. Sound good?" it wasn't a real question, he was probably trying to get on her nerves or something, after all, Slytherins tended to be alike in a couple things.
Sierra did appear to be thinking a lot, though, and he didn't even ask her a question.
Weird. They should only talk to each other in Potions, or ships, maybe.
He merely smirked at Sierra's comment about Hufflepuff, until he started to think if perhaps that was the reason why she'd partnered up with him in Potions. So, Treyen failed to notice if the Slytherin girl had a smile on her face or not, because he was the one doing the thinking now.
And then she answered. Oh, wait, the Professor had asked a question, no?
"I actually agree with Sierra," he said, hehe, who's copying who, eh? "But more along the lines of...'If it ain't broke, don't fix it'. Though, it would be very much amusing...," and far more interesting, "...if there had been a dragon," he nodded, and took a sip of the Cherry drink. No cake, though.
...always and forever?!
That one line was enough to make her want to blush, but she fought it this time. She would not let Treyen Lockhart get the best of her, nor would she let him or anyone else at this school realize her little secret. "Hmm," she casually said, "sure." She finished that statement with a mere shrug. It was best to just appear cool, calm, and collected right now, even when Treyen was vocally agreeing with the answer she'd just given. Although she was staring down at her desk, she smiled just a little--so small she doubted anyone would notice it at all.
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The professor flicked her wand once again and the board behind her flipped one more time, but this time it was just one single color with nothing written on it.
“Those are all great answers! Sadly, just like why they named Hogwarts, the motto was never fully explained by the Founders. That is how mottos are usually set up to be because a motto can mean different things to different people at different points in their lives. It can be interpreted in so many different ways. All of your answers were great!” she said nodding approvingly.
She took a sip from her drink and then continued, “Okay we have two more things to discuss. I want you to think about things that you have learned about Hogwarts in the past...events that have shaped our school’s future. Such as the four founders creating Hogwarts over 1100 years ago. One at a time, could you give me ONE event that you feel like has shaped Hogwarts into the institution it is today. Remember I don’t want to focus on hearsay or rumors, more concrete events that have happened here at Hogwarts.”[/COLOR]
Oh! Good! Another question!
No, Sierra wasn't that excited about History of Magic. She rarely ever got that excited over anything. This was, however, a chance to distract herself from "Her Hufflepuff," she guessed he was now called.
Yes, ladies and gentlemen. Boys and girls. Sierra Greingoth has herself a "Hufflepuff." Whatever that was supposed to mean...
She raised her hand. "When my older sister went to school here, the Ministry of Magic closed Hogwarts and opened two separate schools--one for the boys and one for the girls," she said. Maybe she needed to be separated from boys for a while. Hmm...it was a thought, only, if they did that again, of course the girls would get to stay at Hogwarts. The boys could just go somewhere else. She only hoped that would happen, of course, because of the little secret she'd recently discovered. "She says that in the end Hogwarts was reopened, and the separation taught them to learn to work together as a school, despite still being separated into houses."
Or something ridiculous like that.
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Gemma smiled at the students and started combining the list together of some of the events mentioned. She added a few extras to the list.
She glanced at the list with a smile hoping that she hadn't forgotten anything. "That's just a synopsis of the list of events over the 1100 years here at Hogwarts. Do some of you notice that history has repeated itself a couple of times? Notice that many of the events required the houses to come together to make the outcome successful." she said feeling like she was going in circles but knowing that she had to do a finalized statement about everything. "I want you to keep in mind everything we've discussed today as you go about your days at Hogwarts. Remember that we all need each other and each house needs other to insure the successful future of Hogwarts." She smiled at the students and then flicked her wand.
Instantly the homework assignment appeared on the board.
She smiled and announced, "Okay everyone that is all for today's lesson. Make sure you take down the homework and get it to me by the deadline. Also, please feel free to take pieces of cake with you." she said motioning to the cakes still not finished on the tables. "I hope to see you all at our next lesson....it's sure to be an adventure." she promised with a wink at the students.
Ugh, another piece of homework. Mehhh. At least that meant the class had ended, though. Sierra hastily scribbled down the assigned then packed up her belongings. Slinging her book bag over her shoulder, she headed out the door.
SPOILER!!: ”Replies to everyone again...ya’ll are making me work hard. *Huggles you all*”
Gemma tried not to giggle at the young boy’s answer...he obviously had a great sense of humor. She smiled and said, “You might be correct they may have just wanted to give everyone some simple and useful advice when dealing with animals.”
The professor smiled at the young girl, “Well I’m not sure how dragons were looked upon over 1100 years ago, but you might be right.”
Gemma shook her head up and down slightly as the student explained his idea, “I like your idea of the metaphor and not abusing the magic. Great thinking!”
The professor let all of this sink in for a minute and then commented, “I’ve never had anyone try to relate it to each house. That is a stretch but I understand what you’re trying to say. Way to think outside of the box.”
She smiled at the young girl, “You have a good point. There are those out there that think the founders chose this just as a funny motto so that Hogwarts wouldn’t have a boring motto like so many other magical and muggle schools.”
Gemma smiled at the ‘RAAAAWR’ and the motions. “Great thinking! I can see it being a warning to those that wanted to cross our defenses as well.”
She shook her head approvingly, “Yes I’ve never thought about it in that way, but I can see how all four of the founders would want us to use our common-sense. Great answer!.”
“Ms. Hussain, I like your explanation of Hogwarts being one of the grandest in the world. Good thinking!”
The professor smiled at the girl, “Great thinking it through especially the consequences part of it.” she said and then listened to the next question. ”Well, I’m not sure on an answer to your question. Not too many things are known from when the Founders created Hogwarts, but they may have been able to foresee that our school would encounter many hardships along the way, as we have.”
Gemma smiled at the young girl’s quandary, “That is a good question, I don’t think they could really be tickled and personally I don’t want to be the person that gets close enough to find out.”
“Yes that makes complete sense. And that is amazing thinking and analyzing of the motto. I think you are onto something with your last two comments.”
“Wow this is a great interpretation of the motto and I agree with you. I like the way you compared it to gaining knowledge. Great job!”
Gemma looked at the Slytherin Prefect again...yes he had his eyes closed again. This one was trying to push her buttons and she knew he wasn’t far from pushing them too far. She put a smile on her face and said, “Yes, I think you may have something there. ‘Don’t push your luck’. And I think that would be great advice for you to take as well.” She left her comment open for him to interpret on his own.
”That is a great way of thinking about it. I can see how it can lead us to focus on controlling our magic. Good answer!” she said with a smile.
Gemma smiled at the young man, “Great thinking, but I hope you don’t always do as your told because sometimes people are trying to lead you astray.”
The professor shook her head slightly up and down at the boy’s answer, “Yes I can def see the motto meaning that. Great job!”
The professor smiled at the girl’s answer, “I think you are on to something. Great answer.” she paused and listened to the girl’s next comment, ”You are absolutely correct about the healthy competition needed between houses. That is something that you must have to help prepare you for the world, but the sad thing is that sometimes people take that too far and let it hinder cooperation between the houses, so we must strive to find a happy medium or Hogwarts is doomed to not have a successful future.”
“Wow, I really like your answer! I agree with you that the greatness inside of us flourishes when we all come together to deal with things. Great answer!”
Gemma shook her head approvingly, “Great thinking! I think that it is important, like I mentioned, for us all to work together or we might awaken the sleeping dragon.”
She smiled at the young girl, “Great answer!”
Gemma smiled at the young man, “ I think you are on the right track, I feel like it did mean something about house and Hogwarts unity.”
“I think you are thinking correctly. Great job!” she said with a smile.
Gemma shook her head up and down, “I think you are absolutely correct!”
“Yes great answer. Short and simple.”
“I’m not sure if it actually has to deal with a real dragon. I think it’s using the dragon as a metaphor.” she paused and then answered the girl’s question, “No we don’t have any dragons around or in the castle currently.” well that she knew of.
Gemma smiled at the young girl,”You do have a good point.”
The professor cocked her head to the side, ”Well yes I think the motto was meant for them originally but I feel like the founders knew that the school would be around for a while so they chose something that would be relevant through the years.”
Gemme shook her head approvingly as the girl spoke and then smiled at her last comment, ”Great train of thought...good job....and I hope I always meat a tamed and nice dragon.” she said with a teasing smile.
“What a great thought...I’ve never heard of such a fable but so many years have passed that you might be right there might have been one out there then.”
Gemma smiled, “Great thinking!”
Gemma smiled at the young girl, “I think you have a good point to let something like problems that could create disaster just lie there until you have a better solution...not to provoke it.”
Gemma smiled at the girl, “I think you have a great idea!”
The professor cocked her head to the side, “I had never thought of that old muggle saying, but you might be right that it means something close to that.”
“[b]I think you are on the right track! Good answer!{/b]”
Gemma smiled at the young man, “I think you are right on both comments.”
Gemma beamed at the young girl, “That’s exactly what I think it means! Great answer!”
”Great answer! I think it revolves around that as well.” she said with an approving nod.
Gemma shook her head up and down slightly, “Yes good point!”
“I can see how it could be a warning to those not to mess with us.” she said with a smile and then answered her question before there was an chaos created by it, ”No there are currently no dragons in or around the castle. They are huge creatures and I think after 1100 years we might have stumbled upon it.” she told the class to reassure them.
“[b]Another excellent answer! You are def making your house proud!”[b] she said beaming at the young girl yet again.
”Well I don’t think it’s a warning against a specific house. I can’t see the four founders deciding on warning against one house or another when they all strived for the houses to cooperate.” she paused always surprised when students were against other houses after all of these years, ”I think it had more to do with creating unity between the houses.”
The professor flicked her wand once again and the board behind her flipped one more time, but this time it was just one single color with nothing written on it.
“Those are all great answers! Sadly, just like why they named Hogwarts, the motto was never fully explained by the Founders. That is how mottos are usually set up to be because a motto can mean different things to different people at different points in their lives. It can be interpreted in so many different ways. All of your answers were great!” she said nodding approvingly.
She took a sip from her drink and then continued, “Okay we have two more things to discuss. I want you to think about things that you have learned about Hogwarts in the past...events that have shaped our school’s future. Such as the four founders creating Hogwarts over 1100 years ago. One at a time, could you give me ONE event that you feel like has shaped Hogwarts into the institution it is today. Remember I don’t want to focus on hearsay or rumors, more concrete events that have happened here at Hogwarts.”
OOC: I’m going to give you a little while to give different examples of events that have happened over the years. Make sure you keep them to real events and not rumors. Also only share one so that others have a chance to give an answer.
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Gemma smiled at the students and started combining the list together of some of the events mentioned. She added a few extras to the list.
She glanced at the list with a smile hoping that she hadn't forgotten anything. "That's just a synopsis of the list of events over the 1100 years here at Hogwarts. Do some of you notice that history has repeated itself a couple of times? Notice that many of the events required the houses to come together to make the outcome successful." she said feeling like she was going in circles but knowing that she had to do a finalized statement about everything. "I want you to keep in mind everything we've discussed today as you go about your days at Hogwarts. Remember that we all need each other and each house needs other to insure the successful future of Hogwarts." She smiled at the students and then flicked her wand.
Instantly the homework assignment appeared on the board.
She smiled and announced, "Okay everyone that is all for today's lesson. Make sure you take down the homework and get it to me by the deadline. Also, please feel free to take pieces of cake with you." she said motioning to the cakes still not finished on the tables. "I hope to see you all at our next lesson....it's sure to be an adventure." she promised with a wink at the students.
OOC: I'm going to leave the thread open until tomorrow morning to give everyone time to catch up and finish up their rps. Thanks everyone!
Tayla quickly wrote the events and homework down and then kept her quill, ink, and parchment. "Another great class finished," she said, thinking aloud. And to the professor, she said more clearly, "Thank you Professor Cerulean!"
She really liked this class. She took another cake and waited for Ari to pack up so they could leave together. She also made a mental note to organize all her assignments to do and books to read.
Gemma smiled at the students and started combining the list together of some of the events mentioned. She added a few extras to the list.
She glanced at the list with a smile hoping that she hadn't forgotten anything. "That's just a synopsis of the list of events over the 1100 years here at Hogwarts. Do some of you notice that history has repeated itself a couple of times? Notice that many of the events required the houses to come together to make the outcome successful." she said feeling like she was going in circles but knowing that she had to do a finalized statement about everything. "I want you to keep in mind everything we've discussed today as you go about your days at Hogwarts. Remember that we all need each other and each house needs other to insure the successful future of Hogwarts." She smiled at the students and then flicked her wand.
Instantly the homework assignment appeared on the board.
She smiled and announced, "Okay everyone that is all for today's lesson. Make sure you take down the homework and get it to me by the deadline. Also, please feel free to take pieces of cake with you." she said motioning to the cakes still not finished on the tables. "I hope to see you all at our next lesson....it's sure to be an adventure." she promised with a wink at the students.
OOC: I'm going to leave the thread open until tomorrow morning to give everyone time to catch up and finish up their rps. Thanks everyone!
Ginny copied down the homework and smiled. This homework actually seemed...fun. It was even safe to say that she was excited. About homework!
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Gavin took his plate, his cup and his silverware and sat at Hufflepuff table. He looked around and hoped somebody he didn't know, about his age, would join him... Or maybe he'll be lucky and have one of the students from the other houses he know sit next to him.
"Do you have any ideas for your House?" Ginny asked Gavin as she started to gather her things.
.She smiled and announced, "Okay everyone that is all for today's lesson. Make sure you take down the homework and get it to me by the deadline. Also, please feel free to take pieces of cake with you." she said motioning to the cakes still not finished on the tables. "I hope to see you all at our next lesson....it's sure to be an adventure." she promised with a wink at the students.
OOC: I'm going to leave the thread open until tomorrow morning to give everyone time to catch up and finish up their rps. Thanks everyone!
Class was over! Anyway, she kinda enjoyed it even though she didn't like the subject much. She quickly jotted down her homework and then, packed her bag. She stood up, slung the bag over her shoulder and started walking towards the door. On her way, she smiled at the professor and said, "Thank you. It's been a great class. Looking forward to the next one " and then proceeded to leave the classroom.
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She smiled and announced, "Okay everyone that is all for today's lesson. Make sure you take down the homework and get it to me by the deadline. Also, please feel free to take pieces of cake with you." she said motioning to the cakes still not finished on the tables. "I hope to see you all at our next lesson....it's sure to be an adventure." she promised with a wink at the students.[/COLOR]
It was already over? Okay.
And... take pieces of cake? Uh... Helena didn't even touch the cake. She just didn't. No reason. So... after she wrote down the homework, she stood up left, but not before giving the professor a smile. "Goodbye," she said.
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Kimalia really enjoyed the class, and not just because of the free cake and koolaid beverages. After scribbling her homework assignment in her journal for friendly reminder she them pushed her seat back in after waving her seatmates goodbye. Eying the leftover cake, she wondered if it would be okay to mail off some to her brother back home. She cut a few more slices and wrapped it nicely into her bag without it spilling. "Thanks for the great lesson and cake Professor!" She did a small curtsy for her on her way out.
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Nika walked towards her professor and gave her a big smile. "Thank you so much for that wonderful lesson professor! It's the most fun I've ever had in History of Magic." Last term the class just put her to sleep.
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Charlie sighed as she heard that the class was over. Aww, that was really good. She didn't think that she could have such fun learning about history. Charlie quickly jotted down her homework and said to the professor.
"This lesson was so fun, bye" She grinned as she exited the class.
She smiled and announced, "Okay everyone that is all for today's lesson. Make sure you take down the homework and get it to me by the deadline. Also, please feel free to take pieces of cake with you." she said motioning to the cakes still not finished on the tables. "I hope to see you all at our next lesson....it's sure to be an adventure." she promised with a wink at the students.
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...always and forever?!
That one line was enough to make her want to blush, but she fought it this time. She would not let Treyen Lockhart get the best of her, nor would she let him or anyone else at this school realize her little secret. "Hmm," she casually said, "sure." She finished that statement with a mere shrug. It was best to just appear cool, calm, and collected right now, even when Treyen was vocally agreeing with the answer she'd just given. Although she was staring down at her desk, she smiled just a little--so small she doubted anyone would notice it at all.
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Ugh, another piece of homework. Mehhh. At least that meant the class had ended, though. Sierra hastily scribbled down the assigned then packed up her belongings. Slinging her book bag over her shoulder, she headed out the door.
Hold on a second. This had been a lesson all along? Treyen actually thought this was some sort of get together that the new Professor had managed to do.
What had the lesson been about?
Blink.
And just when he was about to ask his Slytherin, the girl had been walking out of the classroom. Thanks Sierra, see you around as well. It seemed the 'always and forever' only lasted that much. Either way, the boy took his bag as he started to leave the classroom, not before waving good-bye at Cerulean, "Thanks Professor...for...er, the drinks," clearly, he hadn't been playing enough attention during the get-to-know-Hogwarts meeting.
The young Lockhart was now out the door. Off to his next adventure...which was...another class. Great.
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Ariadne was surprised the lesson was already coming to an end. It was official: History of Magic was her favourite class. The girl copied the instructions for the homework-having to invent a new house? How cool was that?!- and then finished her last bite of cake quickly.
Heading to the door, the girl passed by Professor Cerulean and smiled. 'Thank you, Professor! It has been a wonderful lesson, and thank you for the cake and juice as well. See you soon!'
Gemma smiled at the students and started combining the list together of some of the events mentioned. She added a few extras to the list.
She glanced at the list with a smile hoping that she hadn't forgotten anything. "That's just a synopsis of the list of events over the 1100 years here at Hogwarts. Do some of you notice that history has repeated itself a couple of times? Notice that many of the events required the houses to come together to make the outcome successful." she said feeling like she was going in circles but knowing that she had to do a finalized statement about everything. "I want you to keep in mind everything we've discussed today as you go about your days at Hogwarts. Remember that we all need each other and each house needs other to insure the successful future of Hogwarts." She smiled at the students and then flicked her wand.
Instantly the homework assignment appeared on the board.
She smiled and announced, "Okay everyone that is all for today's lesson. Make sure you take down the homework and get it to me by the deadline. Also, please feel free to take pieces of cake with you." she said motioning to the cakes still not finished on the tables. "I hope to see you all at our next lesson....it's sure to be an adventure." she promised with a wink at the students.
OOC: I'm going to leave the thread open until tomorrow morning to give everyone time to catch up and finish up their rps. Thanks everyone!
Zara, unable to mention anything at the last question because a lot of other students wanted to answer, wrote down notes instead. Noticing she had no more space for the back page of her first one, she took out a second parchment. Zara smiled at the professor, then homework was announced. Again, she quickly made notes.
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Danielle Zara Griffiths
First Year – Gryffindor Lesson One – Hogwarts’ History
Hogwarts ~ founded nearly 1100 years ago Godric Gryffindor; Rowena Ravenclaw; Helga Hufflepuff; Salazar Slytherin;
Rowena Ravenclaw
~ born in 10th century in Scotland
~ (artifact) diadem/tiara makes whoever wears it more intelligent
~ very long, beautiful, black and straight hair
~ had a daughter named Helena (Grey Lady)
~ a magical architect; created staircases of Hogwarts
~ died of a mysterious disease/broken heart
~ fair in attractiveness
~ known as the most brilliant witch of her time
Godric Gryffindor
~ original owner of sorting hat; figured out how to charm the hat to sort students
~ lived in Godric’s Hollow (where I live!)
~ most accomplished dueler of his time
~ rumored to be related to Cornish Royal Family
~ selected students according to bravery and chivalry
~ known for fighting against Muggle Discrimination
~ had mane-like red hair, green eyes and powerful build
~ (artifact) goblin-made sword
~ born in West Country Village of Godric’s Hollow
~ believed that anyone who showed magical ability should be allowed to attend Hogwarts
~ great friends with Salazar Slytherin
Helga Hufflepuff
~ (artifact) teacup
~ born in 10th century in Wales
~ skilled at food-related charms
~ known for kindness towards House Elves
~ known for treating everyone equally
~ favored those who displayed loyalty, hard work, fair play, and honesty
~ gingery red hair, blue eyes, and plump figure
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Salazar Slytherin
~ spoke Parseltongue
~ selected students according to cunning, ambition, and blood purity
~ accomplished Legilimens
~ over a hundred years old when he helped in founding Hogwarts
~ raised a basilisk in the Chamber of Secrets w/c he built in Hogwarts
~ owned a locked emblazoned with the Letter S w/c was passed down to his descendants
~ had gaunt, long grey beard with pale grey eyes
~ had a clumsily-made gold ring with the Peverell coat of arms in the black stone
House Traits Ravenclaw ~ cleverness; problem-solvers; book smart; creativity; wit; logic; level-headed; open-minded; intelligence; knowledge; wisdom; resourcefulness Gryffindor ~ bravery; courage; chivalry; balance/peaceful; loyalty; friendly; recklessness; determination; daring; nerve; non-judgemental Hufflepuff ~ caring; brave; willing to admit mistakes; kindness; patience; non-judgemental; loyalty; hard work; not vain; being just; friendly Slytherin ~ cunning; ambition; pride; shrewd; resourcefulness; achievement-oriented; self-preservation; not always rule followers, “sometimes rules can limit how far a person can exceed with their expectations”; strong leaders
***Some very important lessons learned; History of Hogwarts isn’t just the history of the houses but a history of all of us (UNITY); and cake is yummy; Kool-aid too
***Must learn in the future how to make holographic stuff (they’re awesome)
Reason Why Hogwarts Was Named Hogwarts
My reason: Because 1100 years ago, wizards and witches treated hogs as something sacred, important, or thought highly of them. So they’re important to people, specifically magical people. Warts because before, Muggles often depicted witches with warts on their face, the trademark they thought a witch had besides a broom and the pointy hat. Combined these two important wizard symbols together=Hogwarts.
***However, we can only assume what they meant by the motto; no reason has been found.
Reason Behind Hogwarts’ Motto (Draco dormiens nunquam titillandus)
***translates to ‘Never Tickle a Sleeping Dragon’ or ‘Always Let a Sleeping Dragon Lie’
My reason: To tickle a sleeping dragon is to provoke danger; Hogwarts doesn’t want to invite danger in its safe castle walls; OR Hogwarts might be the dragon and it’s a warning not to mess with Hogwarts or else something bad would really happen; OR (silly idea) there’s a dragon in Hogwarts, sleeping for thousands of years and no one must disturb it if they don’t want trouble, it might be the end of Hogwarts once the dragon wakes up.
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Events that Have Shaped Hogwarts’ History
~ Founding of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
~ Conflict between Salazar and Godric
~ Creation of Chamber of Secrets by Salazar
~ Triwizard Tournament
~ Dumbledore appointed as Headmaster
~ Chamber of Secrets being opened for the first time=death of Moaning Myrtle
~ Sorcerer’s Stone being found and later, destroyed
~ Chamber of Secrets opened once again=basilisk was killed
~ Dementors stationed at Hogwarts
~ Takeover of the Ministry in Hogwarts=Educational Decrees
~ Death eaters infiltrate the walls of Hogwarts
~ Death of Dumbledore
~ Lord Voldermort comes to power
~ Ministry intervention at school again
~ Inter-house Tournament
Reminder: Create a new house for Hogwarts (7 points)
*describe thoroughly; at least a parchment long/three paragraphs
*include the following: name; founder; crest; colors; mascot/animal; attributes/traits/characteristics; goals
*crest by drawing=extra credit
Due Date ~ May 28, Saturday
Looking at her notes, Zara realized she's overdone it again. Gifted with the power--well not really gifted--of writing fast, she's been expert at taking down notes. Besides, there was loads of time to write as she listened to a lot of students recite.
Holy, crud. Free cakes?! Zara could hardly believe her ears. She blinked, honestly, free cakes? Alright! Zara began to put back all her quill, textbook, parchments, her pink ink, and went ahead to the vanilla cake. She grabbed a slice, and went on over to the chocolate. She looked at the professor, "Gee, thanks for the food, professor! You're the best." She grinned.
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Sooooo.........that was it? Just a bunch of cake and a few questions?
Okay. Ellie could do that. Hopefully this was an example of what all the other lessons would be like. But really, just food was enough to keep her happy in this class.
She didn't take down the homework, though. She'll just copy it down from someone else. Later.
Standing up, she placed her camera back in her bag, and placed it on her shoulder. "You coming?" she asked Tibi. As the fourth year waited for an answer, she busied herself gathering left over pieces of cake from the table. Heh. The professor did say she could. And she'd SO enjoy freaking Jacob out with them.
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a practical person, who may be considered a perfectionist,
perhaps you like being organised or paying close attention to detail, you are...
Gemma smiled at each of the students as they walked out. She was just delighted that so many of them had decided they enjoyed the class.
She shut the door behind the last student and began the chore of cleaning everything up. Maybe there would be some cake left over that she could share with the other staff members.
OOC: Thanks again everyone. I'm going to repost the Homework Assignment here and the quick links to important things within the lesson.
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Assignment:
Create a new house for Hogwarts.
Make sure you describe everything thoroughly. A great explanation of everything should be atleast a parchment long/or three paragraphs long. We are not just filling in the blanks. Really take the time to explain everything out.
You need to describe everything about your new house, including but not limited to:
*Name
*Founder
*Crest
*Colors
*Mascot/Animal
*Attributes/Traits/Characteristics
*Goals
Again: Make sure you describe everything throroughly. A great explanation of everything should be atleast a parchment long/or three paragraphs long. We are not just filling in the blanks. Really take the time to explain everything out.
Points Possible: 7 pts
Extra Credit: Create your crest by either drawing it or by using a graphics program.
Due Date: Saturday, May 28 by midnight CST
OOC: Don't forget to take a look at the Homework & Assignments Rules to know how to submit everything. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to PM me, LezlieghD. Good luck!
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~*Lesson Quick Links*~ (Will be updated as we go so you can find the Professor's links quickly and easily)
11. List of Events Mentioned
Final Thought Question: Do you think History will repeat itself here at Hogwarts? Or has it repeated itself here at Hogwarts?
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