Hermione Angers the House-Elves With Her Speech on Rights

PAGES: 538-539

Hermione tries to convince the house-elves in the kitchen that they deserve wages, holidays, and proper clothes, pointing to Dobby as an example. The house-elves react with fear and discomfort, pushing Harry, Ron, and Hermione out of the kitchen with extra food for Sirius. Dobby is the only elf who seems supportive but looks worried about Hermione's stance.