Hagrid's Struggles with Blast-Ended Skrewts During Care of Magical Creatures

PAGES: 368-370

In their Care of Magical Creatures lesson, Rubeus Hagrid attempts to put the Blast-Ended Skrewts into hibernation, but the creatures wreak havoc, destroying the boxes Hagrid had prepared. The class, including Ron, Hermione, and Harry, help Hagrid subdue them, though they sustain multiple injuries. Rita Skeeter appears to interview Hagrid, leading to concerns about her intentions.