Hermione Questions the Defense Against the Dark Arts Group

PAGES: 376-378

Hermione Granger begins to doubt whether forming the Defense Against the Dark Arts group is a good idea after talking to Sirius Black. She worries that Sirius might be encouraging them to act recklessly, as he is frustrated by his confinement in Grimmauld Place. Harry and Ron disagree, insisting the group is necessary, and Hermione reluctantly agrees to continue with the plan.