Vernon Dursley Warns Harry to Stop Mentioning Magic
July 31, 1992
Pages 2-3
Pages 2-3
After Harry accidentally mentions the word “please,” Vernon Dursley erupts in rage, accusing Harry of threatening Dudley. Harry quickly clarifies that he meant “please,” but Vernon Dursley continues to shout, reminding Harry that he has warned him not to mention his abnormality in the house. Harry, feeling defeated, stops arguing and agrees to keep quiet about magic.
Characters
Dudley Dursley Dudley Falls Off His Chair in Fear After Harry Mentions Magic
Harry Potter Harry Tries to Explain He Meant ‘Please’ and Not Magic
Vernon Dursley Vernon Explodes in Rage Over the Mention of Magic
Locations
4 Privet Drive The Argument About Magic Takes Place in the Dursleys’ Kitchen
Connections
The Dursleys' Hatred of Magic Vernon Declares He Will Not Tolerate Magic in His Home
The Dursleys' Treatment of Harry The Dursleys React with Hostility to Harry’s Innocent Comment
Groups
The Dursleys The Dursleys Unite Against Harry After He Mentions Magic
