Dudley Dursley
Events [52]
Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone [B1]
The Boy Who Lived [B1-C1]
1-2
The Dursleys Think Dudley Is the Finest Boy
Vernon and Petunia Dursley pride themselves on their normal life with their spoiled son, Dudley. However, they are haunted by the secret of Petunia’s estranged sister, Lily Potter, and her magical family. Determined to maintain their reputation, they avoid any contact with the Potters, whom they view as an embarrassment.
Vernon and Petunia Dursley pride themselves on their normal life with their spoiled son, Dudley. However, they are haunted by the secret of Petunia’s estranged sister, Lily Potter, and her magical family. Determined to maintain their reputation, they avoid any contact with the Potters, whom they view as an embarrassment.
2-2
Dudley is Having a Tantrum and Throwing His Cereal at the Walls
On a gray Tuesday morning, Vernon Dursley prepares for work, blissfully unaware of the unusual events starting to unfold. As he leaves home, neither he nor Petunia notices the tawny owl that flies past their window, a subtle sign of the magical occurrences that lie ahead.
On a gray Tuesday morning, Vernon Dursley prepares for work, blissfully unaware of the unusual events starting to unfold. As he leaves home, neither he nor Petunia notices the tawny owl that flies past their window, a subtle sign of the magical occurrences that lie ahead.
6-6
Dudley Learned The Word “Won’t”
At home, Vernon watches the evening news, which reports unusual phenomena, including daylight owl sightings and shooting stars across Britain. These events, coupled with his earlier encounters, leave him increasingly unsettled, as he fears they may be linked to the Potters.
At home, Vernon watches the evening news, which reports unusual phenomena, including daylight owl sightings and shooting stars across Britain. These events, coupled with his earlier encounters, leave him increasingly unsettled, as he fears they may be linked to the Potters.
12-14
Dudley Is Observed By McGonagall Behaving Poorly Toward His Mother In The Street
Dumbledore explains his plan to leave Harry with the Dursleys, believing a normal upbringing will protect him from fame and pressure. Despite McGonagall’s objections about the Dursleys’ unsuitability, Dumbledore insists it is the best choice for Harry’s future.
Dumbledore explains his plan to leave Harry with the Dursleys, believing a normal upbringing will protect him from fame and pressure. Despite McGonagall’s objections about the Dursleys’ unsuitability, Dumbledore insists it is the best choice for Harry’s future.
16-17
Dudley Is Mentioned As Likely To Provoke And Tease Harry In The Future
Albus Dumbledore places baby Harry on the doorstep of number four, Privet Drive, with a letter explaining the situation. Rubeus Hagrid is emotional as he says goodbye to Harry, and the three of them depart, leaving Harry to grow up with the Dursleys.
Albus Dumbledore places baby Harry on the doorstep of number four, Privet Drive, with a letter explaining the situation. Rubeus Hagrid is emotional as he says goodbye to Harry, and the three of them depart, leaving Harry to grow up with the Dursleys.
The Vanishing Glass [B1-C2]
18-19
The Photographs Show Dudley Growing Up Over The Years
Ten years after Harry Potter’s arrival at Privet Drive, the Dursleys’ home remains unchanged, save for photographs showing Dudley’s growth into a pampered boy. Meanwhile, Harry continues to live a neglected life, unnoticed in his own home.
Ten years after Harry Potter’s arrival at Privet Drive, the Dursleys’ home remains unchanged, save for photographs showing Dudley’s growth into a pampered boy. Meanwhile, Harry continues to live a neglected life, unnoticed in his own home.
19-20
Dudley’s Birthday Highlights His Lavish Treatment By The Dursleys
Harry awakens to Aunt Petunia’s shrill demands, recalling a recurring dream of a flying motorcycle. As Dudley’s birthday is revealed, Harry reflects on his own overlooked presence in the house and prepares for another day of servitude.
Harry awakens to Aunt Petunia’s shrill demands, recalling a recurring dream of a flying motorcycle. As Dudley’s birthday is revealed, Harry reflects on his own overlooked presence in the house and prepares for another day of servitude.
20-22
Dudley Sulks Over Having Fewer Presents Than Last Year And Demands More
Harry prepares breakfast while Dudley gleefully counts his thirty-six birthday presents, throwing a tantrum over receiving fewer gifts than the previous year. Aunt Petunia calms him with a promise of two additional presents, highlighting the Dursleys’ blatant favoritism.
Harry prepares breakfast while Dudley gleefully counts his thirty-six birthday presents, throwing a tantrum over receiving fewer gifts than the previous year. Aunt Petunia calms him with a promise of two additional presents, highlighting the Dursleys’ blatant favoritism.
22-24
Dudley Throws A Fit Over His Present Count And Demands Even More Attention
The Dursleys panic upon learning that Mrs. Figg, Harry’s usual babysitter, is unavailable due to a broken leg. Left with no alternative, they reluctantly decide to take Harry to the zoo, with strict warnings to behave.
The Dursleys panic upon learning that Mrs. Figg, Harry’s usual babysitter, is unavailable due to a broken leg. Left with no alternative, they reluctantly decide to take Harry to the zoo, with strict warnings to behave.
24-26
Dudley Mocks Harry When His Hair Grows Back Overnight And Sniggers At The Mention Of A Flying Motorcycle
Harry recalls instances of accidental magic, including regrowing his hair and shrinking a sweater. Despite not understanding his abilities, the Dursleys harshly punish him, further reinforcing his isolation and confusion about his uniqueness.
Harry recalls instances of accidental magic, including regrowing his hair and shrinking a sweater. Despite not understanding his abilities, the Dursleys harshly punish him, further reinforcing his isolation and confusion about his uniqueness.
26-27
Dudley Expects Everyone To Entertain Him At The Zoo And Complains The Snake Will Not Move
Harry joins the Dursleys on a trip to the zoo, enjoying a rare treat of freedom and a lemon ice pop. Despite Dudley’s tantrums and the Dursleys’ neglect, Harry relishes his first visit to the zoo, unaware of the chaos that awaits.
Harry joins the Dursleys on a trip to the zoo, enjoying a rare treat of freedom and a lemon ice pop. Despite Dudley’s tantrums and the Dursleys’ neglect, Harry relishes his first visit to the zoo, unaware of the chaos that awaits.
28-29
Dudley Shoves Harry Aside And Flees From The Escaping Snake
Dudley’s impatience leads to Harry unknowingly causing the glass on the boa constrictor’s tank to vanish. The snake escapes, causing chaos in the reptile house and leaving Harry both amazed and confused by his powers.
Dudley’s impatience leads to Harry unknowingly causing the glass on the boa constrictor’s tank to vanish. The snake escapes, causing chaos in the reptile house and leaving Harry both amazed and confused by his powers.
29-30
Dudley And His Gang Reinforce Harry’s Isolation At School And Prompt His Ostracism
After the chaos from the snake's escape, the Dursleys blame Harry for the incident and punish him severely, showcasing their unfair treatment and Harry's ongoing suffering in his life with them.
After the chaos from the snake's escape, the Dursleys blame Harry for the incident and punish him severely, showcasing their unfair treatment and Harry's ongoing suffering in his life with them.
The Letters from No One [B1-C3]
31-32
Dudley Breaks His Video Camera, Crashes His Plane, And Leads Harry Hunting With His Gang
After the incident with the boa constrictor, Harry endures his longest punishment yet, confined to his cupboard for days. Meanwhile, Dudley gleefully breaks his new toys and continues his bullying, joined by his gang. Harry finds solace in the prospect of secondary school, where he hopes to escape Dudley’s shadow, even as the dread of new challenges looms.
After the incident with the boa constrictor, Harry endures his longest punishment yet, confined to his cupboard for days. Meanwhile, Dudley gleefully breaks his new toys and continues his bullying, joined by his gang. Harry finds solace in the prospect of secondary school, where he hopes to escape Dudley’s shadow, even as the dread of new challenges looms.
32-32
Dudley Proudly Shows Off His Smeltings Uniform To The Family
Dudley showcases his Smeltings uniform, complete with maroon tailcoats and a knobbly stick, parading proudly in front of the family. Aunt Petunia and Uncle Vernon are overcome with pride, while Harry stifles laughter at Dudley’s pompous display. This moment highlights the Dursleys’ excessive adoration for Dudley and their obliviousness to his absurdity.
Dudley showcases his Smeltings uniform, complete with maroon tailcoats and a knobbly stick, parading proudly in front of the family. Aunt Petunia and Uncle Vernon are overcome with pride, while Harry stifles laughter at Dudley’s pompous display. This moment highlights the Dursleys’ excessive adoration for Dudley and their obliviousness to his absurdity.
32-33
Dudley Carries His Smelting Stick Everywhere, Including To The Breakfast Table
Aunt Petunia repurposes Dudley’s old clothes into Harry’s new school uniform, dyeing them gray in a foul-smelling concoction. Despite Harry’s sarcastic remarks, he resigns himself to the indignity of wearing ill-fitting, second-hand clothes. The moment encapsulates Harry’s struggles with the Dursleys’ neglect and favoritism.
Aunt Petunia repurposes Dudley’s old clothes into Harry’s new school uniform, dyeing them gray in a foul-smelling concoction. Despite Harry’s sarcastic remarks, he resigns himself to the indignity of wearing ill-fitting, second-hand clothes. The moment encapsulates Harry’s struggles with the Dursleys’ neglect and favoritism.
33-35
Dudley Refuses To Fetch The Mail And Suggests Poking Harry With His Smelting Stick
Harry discovers a mysterious letter addressed specifically to him in the cupboard under the stairs, written on thick parchment with green ink. Before he can read it, Uncle Vernon intercepts the letter, leaving Harry both frustrated and intrigued. This marks the beginning of a series of peculiar events that disrupt the Dursleys’ control.
Harry discovers a mysterious letter addressed specifically to him in the cupboard under the stairs, written on thick parchment with green ink. Before he can read it, Uncle Vernon intercepts the letter, leaving Harry both frustrated and intrigued. This marks the beginning of a series of peculiar events that disrupt the Dursleys’ control.
35-36
Dudley Tries To Grab Harry’s Letter And Demands To Read It
Uncle Vernon reacts with panic upon reading Harry’s letter, sharing his alarm with Aunt Petunia. The adults refuse to show Harry the contents, heightening the mystery. Vernon’s extreme response sets the tone for his growing paranoia and the lengths he will go to suppress the truth.
Uncle Vernon reacts with panic upon reading Harry’s letter, sharing his alarm with Aunt Petunia. The adults refuse to show Harry the contents, heightening the mystery. Vernon’s extreme response sets the tone for his growing paranoia and the lengths he will go to suppress the truth.
36-38
Dudley Throws A Tantrum Over Harry Moving Into His Spare Bedroom
Uncle Vernon moves Harry from his cupboard to Dudley’s second bedroom, a space cluttered with broken toys. Though it appears generous, the relocation is motivated by fear of the letters. Harry reflects on the irony of losing the letter while gaining a room filled with Dudley’s discarded items.
Uncle Vernon moves Harry from his cupboard to Dudley’s second bedroom, a space cluttered with broken toys. Though it appears generous, the relocation is motivated by fear of the letters. Harry reflects on the irony of losing the letter while gaining a room filled with Dudley’s discarded items.
38-39
Dudley Retrieves Another Letter Addressed To Harry And Fights To Keep It Away
Despite being moved to a new room, Harry receives another letter addressed to his new location. A chaotic struggle ensues as Uncle Vernon wrestles both Harry and Dudley to confiscate it. Harry grows determined to uncover the truth behind these persistent letters.
Despite being moved to a new room, Harry receives another letter addressed to his new location. A chaotic struggle ensues as Uncle Vernon wrestles both Harry and Dudley to confiscate it. Harry grows determined to uncover the truth behind these persistent letters.
39-41
Dudley Observes The Endless Letters With Amazement
The Dursleys are inundated with letters arriving through every possible route, defying Uncle Vernon’s desperate attempts to block them. From hidden letters in eggs to deliveries through chimneys, the relentless stream of correspondence unravels Vernon’s composure, leaving Harry hopeful and the family in chaos.
The Dursleys are inundated with letters arriving through every possible route, defying Uncle Vernon’s desperate attempts to block them. From hidden letters in eggs to deliveries through chimneys, the relentless stream of correspondence unravels Vernon’s composure, leaving Harry hopeful and the family in chaos.
41-42
Dudley Is Miserable On The Road Trip After Failing To Pack His Electronics
Overwhelmed by the onslaught of letters, Uncle Vernon takes the family on an impromptu escape, changing directions at random to evade their mysterious pursuers. Dudley sulks over his lost comforts, while Harry reflects on the strange events and the uncertainty surrounding his birthday.
Overwhelmed by the onslaught of letters, Uncle Vernon takes the family on an impromptu escape, changing directions at random to evade their mysterious pursuers. Dudley sulks over his lost comforts, while Harry reflects on the strange events and the uncertainty surrounding his birthday.
42-42
Dudley Snores In The Shared Hotel Room, Unaware Of The Ongoing Letter Crisis
The letters persist even at the family’s hotel, delivered in bulk to the front desk. Uncle Vernon’s growing desperation leads to another round of letter confiscations. As the family continues their frantic journey, Dudley begins to question his father’s sanity, and Harry clings to hope.
The letters persist even at the family’s hotel, delivered in bulk to the front desk. Uncle Vernon’s growing desperation leads to another round of letter confiscations. As the family continues their frantic journey, Dudley begins to question his father’s sanity, and Harry clings to hope.
42-44
Dudley Complains About Missing His Television And Endures The Cold Shack
Uncle Vernon relocates the family to an isolated shack on a rock in the sea, confident that no letters can reach them. The freezing, dilapidated shelter offers little comfort, but Vernon remains smug. As Harry contemplates his upcoming birthday, the stormy night hints at an impending revelation.
Uncle Vernon relocates the family to an isolated shack on a rock in the sea, confident that no letters can reach them. The freezing, dilapidated shelter offers little comfort, but Vernon remains smug. As Harry contemplates his upcoming birthday, the stormy night hints at an impending revelation.
44-45
Dudley Sleeps On The Moth-Eaten Sofa While Harry Shivers On The Floor
In the shack on the sea, Harry counts down the minutes to his eleventh birthday. The storm outside mirrors the tension within as Harry wonders if the letters—and their sender—can reach him here. At the stroke of midnight, a thunderous knock shatters the stillness, heralding the arrival of a life-changing visitor.
In the shack on the sea, Harry counts down the minutes to his eleventh birthday. The storm outside mirrors the tension within as Harry wonders if the letters—and their sender—can reach him here. At the stroke of midnight, a thunderous knock shatters the stillness, heralding the arrival of a life-changing visitor.
The Keeper of the Keys [B1-C4]
46-47
Dudley Panics And Hides Behind Petunia When Hagrid Enters The Hut
On Harry’s eleventh birthday, Rubeus Hagrid makes a dramatic entrance by forcefully breaking down the door of the seaside hut where the Dursleys are hiding. Hagrid disarms Uncle Vernon and introduces himself as the Keeper of Keys and Grounds at Hogwarts, marking the beginning of Harry’s reintroduction to the wizarding world.
On Harry’s eleventh birthday, Rubeus Hagrid makes a dramatic entrance by forcefully breaking down the door of the seaside hut where the Dursleys are hiding. Hagrid disarms Uncle Vernon and introduces himself as the Keeper of Keys and Grounds at Hogwarts, marking the beginning of Harry’s reintroduction to the wizarding world.
47-48
Dudley Watches Silently As Hagrid Presents Harry With A Birthday Cake
Hagrid gives Harry a slightly squashed chocolate cake with “Happy Birthday Harry” written in green icing, celebrating his eleventh birthday. This heartwarming gesture becomes Harry’s first-ever real birthday celebration, symbolizing the start of his magical journey.
Hagrid gives Harry a slightly squashed chocolate cake with “Happy Birthday Harry” written in green icing, celebrating his eleventh birthday. This heartwarming gesture becomes Harry’s first-ever real birthday celebration, symbolizing the start of his magical journey.
48-49
Dudley Fidgets In Hunger But Is Warned By Vernon Not To Accept Any Food From Hagrid
Hagrid formally introduces himself to Harry as the Keeper of Keys and Grounds at Hogwarts. Amid the warmth of a roaring fire and the smell of sizzling sausages, Hagrid provides Harry with a glimpse of the magical world, setting the stage for Harry’s new life.
Hagrid formally introduces himself to Harry as the Keeper of Keys and Grounds at Hogwarts. Amid the warmth of a roaring fire and the smell of sizzling sausages, Hagrid provides Harry with a glimpse of the magical world, setting the stage for Harry’s new life.
49-50
Dudley Cowers With His Parents As Hagrid Demands Explanations About Harry’s Ignorance
Furious that Harry knows nothing about his magical heritage, Hagrid berates the Dursleys for their neglect and secrecy. This confrontation sheds light on the Dursleys’ efforts to suppress Harry’s true identity, while Hagrid begins to reveal the truth about Harry’s parents and the wizarding world.
Furious that Harry knows nothing about his magical heritage, Hagrid berates the Dursleys for their neglect and secrecy. This confrontation sheds light on the Dursleys’ efforts to suppress Harry’s true identity, while Hagrid begins to reveal the truth about Harry’s parents and the wizarding world.
57-58
Harry Reflects On Dudley’s Bullying And How Magic Protected Him
Despite learning about his magical heritage, Harry expresses doubt about his abilities as a wizard. Reflecting on his troubled childhood, he questions how he could possibly fit into the wizarding world, only to realize that unexplained incidents in his life were signs of his magic.
Despite learning about his magical heritage, Harry expresses doubt about his abilities as a wizard. Reflecting on his troubled childhood, he questions how he could possibly fit into the wizarding world, only to realize that unexplained incidents in his life were signs of his magic.
58-59
Dudley Is Humiliated By Hagrid’s Spell Transforming Him With A Pig’s Tail
Uncle Vernon’s attempt to stop Harry from attending Hogwarts results in Hagrid losing his temper and using magic to give Dudley a pig’s tail. This humorous yet significant event highlights Hagrid’s commitment to ensuring Harry’s future in the wizarding world.
Uncle Vernon’s attempt to stop Harry from attending Hogwarts results in Hagrid losing his temper and using magic to give Dudley a pig’s tail. This humorous yet significant event highlights Hagrid’s commitment to ensuring Harry’s future in the wizarding world.
Diagon Alley [B1-C5]
76-79
Draco’s Behavior Reminds Harry Of Dudley’s Sense Of Entitlement
While being fitted for robes, Harry meets Draco Malfoy, a haughty boy who introduces him to wizarding bloodline prejudices and unwittingly sets the stage for their future rivalry.
While being fitted for robes, Harry meets Draco Malfoy, a haughty boy who introduces him to wizarding bloodline prejudices and unwittingly sets the stage for their future rivalry.
80-81
Harry Jokes About Learning Curses To Use On Dudley
Harry visits various shops in Diagon Alley to buy his school supplies, marveling at the magical items available while Hagrid helps him make practical choices.
Harry visits various shops in Diagon Alley to buy his school supplies, marveling at the magical items available while Hagrid helps him make practical choices.
The Journey from Platform Nine and Three-Quarters [B1-C6]
88-90
Dudley Is So Frightened of Harry That He Runs Away Screaming
After a month of isolation with the Dursleys, Harry spends time reading his school books and naming his new owl, Hedwig. As September 1st approaches, Harry nervously asks Vernon Dursley to take him to King's Cross station, and the Dursleys agree begrudgingly.
After a month of isolation with the Dursleys, Harry spends time reading his school books and naming his new owl, Hedwig. As September 1st approaches, Harry nervously asks Vernon Dursley to take him to King's Cross station, and the Dursleys agree begrudgingly.
90-91
Dudley Is Forced to Sit Next to Harry on the Car Ride
The Dursleys drive Harry to King's Cross but mockingly leave him at the station without helping him figure out how to get to Platform Nine and Three-Quarters. Vernon Dursley smugly comments on the platform's supposed non-existence before they drive off, laughing.
The Dursleys drive Harry to King's Cross but mockingly leave him at the station without helping him figure out how to get to Platform Nine and Three-Quarters. Vernon Dursley smugly comments on the platform's supposed non-existence before they drive off, laughing.
The Sorting Hat [B1-C7]
118-121
Harry Remembers Being Last Picked In Gym To Avoid Dudley’s Wrath
Professor McGonagall begins the Sorting Ceremony, calling the students one by one to wear the Sorting Hat. The hat assigns them to their houses, which will shape their Hogwarts experience.
Professor McGonagall begins the Sorting Ceremony, calling the students one by one to wear the Sorting Hat. The hat assigns them to their houses, which will shape their Hogwarts experience.
122-123
Dudley Always Took Harry’s Favorite Food At Home
Albus Dumbledore welcomes the students with a whimsical speech before the start-of-term feast. Harry marvels at the magical array of food, enjoying a hearty meal in the company of his new housemates.
Albus Dumbledore welcomes the students with a whimsical speech before the start-of-term feast. Harry marvels at the magical array of food, enjoying a hearty meal in the company of his new housemates.
The Midnight Duel [B1-C9]
143-145
Harry Reflects That He Hates Draco More Than Dudley
A notice in the Gryffindor common room announces the start of flying lessons, revealing that Gryffindor and Slytherin will learn together. Harry dreads the lessons, fearing embarrassment in front of Malfoy, as students discuss Quidditch and their broomstick experiences.
A notice in the Gryffindor common room announces the start of flying lessons, revealing that Gryffindor and Slytherin will learn together. Harry dreads the lessons, fearing embarrassment in front of Malfoy, as students discuss Quidditch and their broomstick experiences.
The Man with Two Faces [B1-C17]
307-309
Dudley Looks Terrified At The Sight Of Harry At The Station
At the end of the school year, Harry says goodbye to his friends and heads home with the Dursleys. He jokes that he will have fun with his cousin Dudley since the Dursleys don't know he isn't allowed to use magic outside of Hogwarts. Harry looks forward to spending the summer with Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger.
At the end of the school year, Harry says goodbye to his friends and heads home with the Dursleys. He jokes that he will have fun with his cousin Dudley since the Dursleys don't know he isn't allowed to use magic outside of Hogwarts. Harry looks forward to spending the summer with Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger.
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets [B2]
The Worst Birthday [B2-C1]
1-2
Dudley Demands More Bacon at Breakfast
Vernon Dursley is furious with Harry Potter after being woken up by Hedwig's hooting noise in the early hours of the morning. Vernon threatens to get rid of the owl if Harry cannot control her, but Harry tries to explain that Hedwig is bored and needs to fly. Vernon refuses to listen and exchanges dark looks with his wife, Petunia Dursley, while Dudley Dursley belches loudly in the background.
Vernon Dursley is furious with Harry Potter after being woken up by Hedwig's hooting noise in the early hours of the morning. Vernon threatens to get rid of the owl if Harry cannot control her, but Harry tries to explain that Hedwig is bored and needs to fly. Vernon refuses to listen and exchanges dark looks with his wife, Petunia Dursley, while Dudley Dursley belches loudly in the background.
2-3
Dudley Falls Off His Chair in Fear After Harry Mentions Magic
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.
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.
3-4
Dudley Is Described as Blond, Pink, and Porky
After the argument, Harry reflects on his miserable summer with the Dursleys. He misses Hogwarts and everything about it, including Quidditch, his classes (except Snape's), and his friends. Meanwhile, the Dursleys have locked away all of Harry's magical belongings and padlocked Hedwig's cage to prevent her from sending messages to the wizarding world. Harry feels trapped and isolated.
After the argument, Harry reflects on his miserable summer with the Dursleys. He misses Hogwarts and everything about it, including Quidditch, his classes (except Snape's), and his friends. Meanwhile, the Dursleys have locked away all of Harry's magical belongings and padlocked Hedwig's cage to prevent her from sending messages to the wizarding world. Harry feels trapped and isolated.
5-7
Dudley Practices His Greeting and Compliments for the Masons
Vernon Dursley discusses the dinner party preparations with Petunia and Dudley in anticipation of a business deal with Mr. Mason, a wealthy builder. Vernon outlines the roles each family member will play during the evening. Harry is told to stay in his room, remain silent, and pretend he does not exist. Dudley practices greeting the Masons and Petunia Dursley gives him glowing praise.
Vernon Dursley discusses the dinner party preparations with Petunia and Dudley in anticipation of a business deal with Mr. Mason, a wealthy builder. Vernon outlines the roles each family member will play during the evening. Harry is told to stay in his room, remain silent, and pretend he does not exist. Dudley practices greeting the Masons and Petunia Dursley gives him glowing praise.
7-8
Dudley Runs Away in Fear When Harry Mutters Nonsense Words
After being dismissed by the Dursleys, Harry goes outside and sits on the garden bench, feeling lonely on his birthday. He reflects on how much he misses Hogwarts and his best friends, Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger, who have not written to him all summer. Harry wonders if they have forgotten him, and he feels disconnected from the magical world.
After being dismissed by the Dursleys, Harry goes outside and sits on the garden bench, feeling lonely on his birthday. He reflects on how much he misses Hogwarts and his best friends, Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger, who have not written to him all summer. Harry wonders if they have forgotten him, and he feels disconnected from the magical world.
8-9
Dudley Taunts Harry About His Lack of Birthday Cards and Friends
Dudley Dursley approaches Harry in the garden, mocking him for not receiving any birthday cards and accusing him of having no friends at Hogwarts. In retaliation, Harry pretends to threaten Dudley with a spell. Dudley panics and runs to his mother, calling for help. Although Harry does not actually use magic, he enjoys frightening Dudley, but this results in further punishment from Petunia Dursley.
Dudley Dursley approaches Harry in the garden, mocking him for not receiving any birthday cards and accusing him of having no friends at Hogwarts. In retaliation, Harry pretends to threaten Dudley with a spell. Dudley panics and runs to his mother, calling for help. Although Harry does not actually use magic, he enjoys frightening Dudley, but this results in further punishment from Petunia Dursley.
9-10
Dudley Taunts Harry and Watches While Eating Ice Cream
After scaring Dudley, Petunia Dursley punishes Harry by giving him an entire day's worth of chores. Harry is forced to clean the windows, wash the car, mow the lawn, and repaint the garden bench, all while Dudley relaxes and eats ice cream. Harry, exhausted and sweaty, reflects on how even the small pleasure of taunting Dudley is not worth the endless work he must endure as punishment.
After scaring Dudley, Petunia Dursley punishes Harry by giving him an entire day's worth of chores. Harry is forced to clean the windows, wash the car, mow the lawn, and repaint the garden bench, all while Dudley relaxes and eats ice cream. Harry, exhausted and sweaty, reflects on how even the small pleasure of taunting Dudley is not worth the endless work he must endure as punishment.
10-11
Dudley Dresses in a Bow Tie and Dinner Jacket for the Masons’ Visit
As evening approaches, the Dursleys make final preparations for the dinner party. Petunia Dursley cooks the meal, including a large pudding, and tells Harry to quickly eat his meager supper before sending him to his room. Uncle Vernon and Dudley dress in formal attire, preparing to impress the Masons. Harry is reminded once again that he must stay out of sight for the entire evening.
As evening approaches, the Dursleys make final preparations for the dinner party. Petunia Dursley cooks the meal, including a large pudding, and tells Harry to quickly eat his meager supper before sending him to his room. Uncle Vernon and Dudley dress in formal attire, preparing to impress the Masons. Harry is reminded once again that he must stay out of sight for the entire evening.
Dobby's Warning [B2-C2]
12-13
Dudley Offers to Take the Masons’ Coats as Part of the Dinner Preparations
Harry is startled to find a strange creature sitting on his bed, which turns out to be Dobby the house-elf. Dobby introduces himself and expresses his admiration for Harry Potter. Harry is nervous and confused about the situation, especially since Dobby's arrival coincides with the Masons' visit downstairs. Dobby explains that he has come to warn Harry, but struggles to reveal the purpose of his visit.
Harry is startled to find a strange creature sitting on his bed, which turns out to be Dobby the house-elf. Dobby introduces himself and expresses his admiration for Harry Potter. Harry is nervous and confused about the situation, especially since Dobby's arrival coincides with the Masons' visit downstairs. Dobby explains that he has come to warn Harry, but struggles to reveal the purpose of his visit.
17-18
Uncle Vernon Assumes Dudley Left His Television On
As Dobby continues to cause commotion in Harry's bedroom, Uncle Vernon barges in, furious that the noise has ruined the punchline of his joke to the Masons. Vernon threatens Harry with severe punishment if he causes any more disturbances. After Vernon leaves, Harry lets Dobby out of the closet where he hid the elf, and they continue their conversation.
As Dobby continues to cause commotion in Harry's bedroom, Uncle Vernon barges in, furious that the noise has ruined the punchline of his joke to the Masons. Vernon threatens Harry with severe punishment if he causes any more disturbances. After Vernon leaves, Harry lets Dobby out of the closet where he hid the elf, and they continue their conversation.
23-23
Dudley Taunts Harry in a Dream by Rattling the Bars of His Cage
After falling asleep in despair, Harry dreams of being trapped in a cage at a zoo before waking to see Ron Weasley peering through the bars on his window. Ron’s unexpected appearance offers hope to Harry in his dire situation.
After falling asleep in despair, Harry dreams of being trapped in a cage at a zoo before waking to see Ron Weasley peering through the bars on his window. Ron’s unexpected appearance offers hope to Harry in his dire situation.
The Burrow [B2-C3]
27-28
Harry Escapes the Dursleys with the Help of the Weasleys
As the Weasleys pull Harry’s trunk into the flying car, Uncle Vernon bursts in and grabs Harry’s ankle. With the Weasley brothers pulling from the car, Harry breaks free and flies off into the night, leaving the Dursleys behind as they shout in disbelief.
As the Weasleys pull Harry’s trunk into the flying car, Uncle Vernon bursts in and grabs Harry’s ankle. With the Weasley brothers pulling from the car, Harry breaks free and flies off into the night, leaving the Dursleys behind as they shout in disbelief.
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Harry Tells the Weasleys About Dobby and Draco Malfoy
While flying in the enchanted car, Harry recounts his encounter with Dobby, the house-elf, and the warnings not to return to Hogwarts. The Weasleys speculate that Draco Malfoy might have sent Dobby as part of a plot, considering the Malfoy family’s dark reputation.
While flying in the enchanted car, Harry recounts his encounter with Dobby, the house-elf, and the warnings not to return to Hogwarts. The Weasleys speculate that Draco Malfoy might have sent Dobby as part of a plot, considering the Malfoy family’s dark reputation.
