Neville Confronts His Fear of Snape and Defeats the Boggart

PAGES: 134-137

Neville Longbottom is chosen to confront the boggart, which transforms into Professor Snape. With Remus Lupin's encouragement, Neville uses the Riddikulus charm to dress the boggart-Snape in his grandmother's clothes, turning fear into laughter. This successful transformation encourages the rest of the class to face their fears.