Part 1:

1. The ancient Egyptians were said to do what to their tombs to prevent thieves from stealing their riches? (2)
2. What year did Ollivander’s wand store open for business? (1)
3. In what year was Hogwarts School founded? (1)
4. When is it said that the beginnings of Quidditch began and how? (2)
5. Which was the first quidditch team to be formed, and when? (2)
6. What wizarding school event was established in c. 1294? (1)
7. Before the golden snitch was invented, what was used in quidditch and who eventually banned it from the games? (2)
8. How many times was Wendelin the weird burnt at the stake for witchcraft? (1)
9. In what year was Nicholas Flamel born? (1)
10. In 1430, the ‘All wizarding duelling competition’ was won by who? What spell caused her to win? (2)
11. The first ever world cup quidditch match saw all seven hundred fowls. In what year was this and who was it between? (3)
12. during the Goblin Rebellion, which place was used as headquarters? (1)
13. What code of conduct was written in 1637? (1)
14. In what year was the department of magical games and sports established? (1)
15. The Triwizard tournament of 1792 saw the injury of the heads of schools through what? (1)
16. Who became Minister of Magic in 1811? (1)
17. What charm was discovered in 1875 and what was its use? (2)

Part 2:

Pick ten years pre 1900 of the wizarding timeline, specifying the important dates and why they were important. Why do you think that this period in pre 1900 is most special? Please write in no less than 150 words.


Part 1 worth 25 points
Part 2 worth 15 points

Overall points: 40
Remember to site your sources (websites used) and no copying and pasting!

Points awarded to each student will be given once this class closes and will be upon the end of this post.

Have fun!

Part 1:

1. The ancient Egyptians were said to do what to their tombs to prevent thieves from stealing their riches? (2) They placed traps and curses upon their tombs
2. What year did Ollivander’s wand store open for business? (1) 382 B.c.
3. In what year was Hogwarts School founded? (1) Over a thousand years ago as of 1991, so, presumably, between 980-990
4. When is it said that the beginnings of Quidditch began and how? (2) In Queerditch Marsh during the 1000s, it was a combination of broom racing, catching boulders in cauldrons, throwing rocks, and snidget hunting.
5. Which was the first quidditch team to be formed, and when? (2) Puddlemere United 1163
6. What wizarding school event was established in c. 1294? (1) Triwizard Tournament
7. Before the golden snitch was invented, what was used in quidditch and who eventually banned it from the games? (2)The Golden Snidget, Elfrida Clagg, after she became Chief of Wizards' Council
8. How many times was Wendelin the weird burnt at the stake for witchcraft? (1)No less than 47 times
9. In what year was Nicholas Flamel born? (1) 1326
10. In 1430, the ‘All wizarding duelling competition’ was won by who? What spell caused her to win? (2) Alberta Toothill, Blasting Curse
11. The first ever world cup quidditch match saw all seven hundred fowls. In what year was this and who was it between? (3) 1473, Transylvania and Flanders
12. during the Goblin Rebellion, which place was used as headquarters? (1) The Inn at Hogsmeade
13. What code of conduct was written in 1637? (1) The Werewolf Code of Conduct
14. In what year was the department of magical games and sports established? (1)1750
15. The Triwizard tournament of 1792 saw the injury of the heads of schools through what? (1) Cockatrice
16. Who became Minister of Magic in 1811? (1) Grogan Stump
17. What charm was discovered in 1875 and what was its use? (2) Gripping Charms to revolutionize the use of the Quaffle

Part 2:
Problably one of the most important dates in the pre 1900 years is the establishment of Ollivanders in 382 B.C. Without this fine shop, wizards in Great Britain would not be able to purchase the most essential element to becoming a wizard-a wand. Another would most likely be the founding of Hogwarts (over 1000 years ago), because it is the best Wizarding school in all of Europe, and essential to the future of Wizards. When the Chamber of Secrets was created (shortly after Hogwarts was created about 1000 years ago) was also important because it led to the destruction of one of the horcruxes of Voldemort by one Harry Potter. In 1227, Floo Powder was invented by Ignatia Wildsmith, which revolutionized the way in which wizards and witches can travel. If one cannot apparate, or fly a broom, there’s always Floo! The first Quidditch match in 1473 set the standards for all Quidditch matches to follow, which makes it very important in my mind. Without that match, the rule framework of the game would not be what it is today. Founded in the late 1500s or the early 1600s, St. Mungo’s Hospital for Magical Maladies and Injuries is also extremely important to wizards today. Without it, where would we go to get fixed up after being attacked by a kappa? (assuming we survive). In 1637, the Werewolf Code of Conduct was written, and with it, comes equality for werewolves (and our dear Remus J. Lupin) everywhere. In 1692, the International Statue of Wizarding Secrecy was put into effect. This ensured the protection of the wizarding world from muggles, and it is a top priority today. Artemisia Lufkin (born 1754) became the first female Minister of Magic. She is important because her appointment demonstrates equality towards witches, and that female witches apparently had more rights before female muggles did. In 1844, possibly the greatest wizard Albus Percival Wulfric Brian Dumbledore was born. There are numerous reasons why Dumbledore is important, and since there are so many, I’ll name two: he defeated the dark wizard Grindlewald, a parallel to the muggle Hitler, and discovered the 12 uses of Dragons blood with Nocholas Flamel. Finally, in 1294, the Triwizard Tournament was established, allowing inter-school unity that will become very important during the years of Voldemort.
The Pre-1900 periods is special because it sets the stage for everything that would happen after. The base is laid down for what is to come in this time era.

Source= www.hp-lexicon.org

Part 1:
1. The ancient Egyptians were said to do what to their tombs to prevent thieves from stealing their riches? (2)

Place magical ‘potions’ and ‘spells’ on the tombs and primids to prevent thieves

2. What year did Ollivander’s wand store open for business? (1)

832 BC

3. In what year was Hogwarts School founded? (1)

I could not find an exact year, but it is estimated at over 1000 years ago. So, that would mean around 1006.

4. When is it said that the beginnings of Quidditch began and how? (2)

Quidditch began in the 1000s.

5. Which was the first quidditch team to be formed, and when? (2)

I could not find the first team ever, but the first world cup was held in 1473.

6. What wizarding school event was established in c. 1294? (1)

Triwizard Tortument

7. Before the golden snitch was invented, what was used in quidditch and who eventually banned it from the games? (2)

Golden Snidget, eventually banned by Bowman Wright in 1200

8. How many times was Wendelin the weird burnt at the stake for witchcraft? (1)

47 times in various discuses

9. In what year was Nicholas Flamel born? (1)

1330

10. In 1430, the ‘All wizarding duelling competition’ was won by who? What spell caused her to win? (2)

Alberta Toothill won with her Blasting Charm

11. The first ever world cup quidditch match saw all seven hundred fowls. In what year was this and who was it between? (3)

1473 between Flanders and Transylvania

12. during the Goblin Rebellion, which place was used as headquarters? (1)

Hogshead

13. What code of conduct was written in 1637? (1)

The accused has the right to present witnesses for his or her case

14. In what year was the department of magical games and sports established? (1)
1750

15. The Triwizard tournament of 1792 saw the injury of the heads of schools through what? (1)

Cockatrice rage

16. Who became Minister of Magic in 1811? (1)

Grogan Stump

17. What charm was discovered in 1875 and what was its use? (2)

Gripping Charm- make it possible for Chasers to hold onto the Quaffle with one hand

Part One:

1. They put curses on the tombs
2. 382 B.C.
3. circa 990
4. At Queerditch Marsh, eight hundred years ago, a group of witches and wizards played a new game that they had invented.
5. Puddlemere United, in 1163
6. The tri-wizard tournament
7. The Golden Snidget, banned by Bowman Wright in the 1100’s
8. 47
9. 1326
10. Alberta Toothill, the blasting curse
11. 1473, between Transylvania and Flanders
12. The inn at Hogsmeade
13. Werewolf code of conduct
14. 1750
15. Injured when a cockatrice went on a rampage
16. Grogan Stump
17. Gripping charms, for use on a Quaffle

Part Two:

I have chosen to look at the time period of 990-1000, as this is when Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry was established, and had it’s first ten years of being open to young witches and wizards. I think this is one of the most important dates on the wizarding timeline, because it revolutionised the wizarding world. With the incentive of growing distrust from Muggles around that time, the four greatest witches and wizards (Godric Gryffindor, Rowena Ravenclaw, Helga Hufflepuff and Salazar Slytherin) opened the school. At this time, the wizarding world began to hide itself from the Muggle world, resulting in the secrecy we see today.

Hogwarts has been so important for all the students that passed through its doors. They received their magical education, made friends, learned Quidditch, and yes, there have been those who turned evil after having completed their Hogwarts education, yet the experience for most is once in a lifetime.

Sources:

HP-lexicon
Beachams Sourcebook: Exploring Harry Potter by Elizabeth D. Schafer

Part 1:

1. They cursed the tombs of the pharaohs. The curse breakers, such as Bill now work for Gringotts to try and work their way through these curses.
2. 382 BC
3. Around 993 AD
4. In the 1000s, Gertie Keddle writes about people playing on broomsticks in Queerditch March.
5. Puddlemere United in 1163.
6. The TriWizard Tournament
7. A Golden Snidget. Banned by Elfrida Clagg.
8. 47 times.
9. Around 1326.
10. Alberta Toothill won, using a Blasting Curse.
11. 1473 – Between Transylvania and Flanders.
12. The Inn at Hogmeade.
13. The Werewolf Code of Conduct.
14. 1750.
15. All of them
16. Grogan Stump
17. Gripping Charms for Quaffles.

Part 2:

I think the most important dates in Wizarding history are:

The Opening of Ollivander’s Wand shop in 382 BC. Without wands, witches and wizards would not have been able to properly focus their magic into a particular spell. Magic would have been very scattered and unorganised before proper, good quality wands were made.

The Founding of Hogwarts around 993 AD. Obviously, Hogwarts enabled witches and wizards and Muggle-borns alike to be able to learn the magical skills that they would need in their futures.

The Beginnings of Quidditch in the 1000s. What would the magical community do today without a Sport to play, watch, talk about, teams to support, etc? Quidditch is an entertaining form of exercise that is also quite enjoyable to watch.

Birth of Ignatia Wildsmith in 1227. Without her, the Magical Community would have had to survive without Floo Powder. Of course, there are other methods, but Floo is the second most common mode of transport, second to Apparition. Floo can be used by everyone, however, under-age and over-age.

Introduction of the Triwizard Tournament around 1294. This is also a form of entertainment for spectators but it also is a show of bravery, cunning and reaction in the face of danger. It also unites the four Hogwarts houses to cheer on their champion.

Birth of Nicholas Flamel in 1326. He invented the Philosopher’s Stone which could turn lead into gold – a miraculous achievement that alchemists had been trying for years.

Mungo Bonham, founder of St Mugo’s Hospital, is born in 1560. St. Mungo’s is an essential place in the Wizarding world – where else would you go if you had a serious magical injury you didn’t know how to cure? It was founded in the late 1500s/early 1600s.

1637 – Werewolf Code of Conduct is written. This is important for werewolves to adhere to, to prevent any prosecution of ‘bad’ behaviour.

International Statute of Wizarding Secrecy goes into effect in 1692. This is important for wizards so that Muggles do not discover their talents because of the Witch Hunts and hysteria of supernatural.

Artemisia Luffkin, First Witch to Become Minister of Magic is born. When she does become Minister, this is a major step for feminist witches because it proves the true value of women.

Part 1

1. The ancient Egyptians were said to do what to their tombs to prevent thieves from stealing their riches? (2) They put curses on the tombs eg Muggle skeletons had ‘grown extra heads and stuff’ (says Ron)
2. What year did Ollivander’s wand store open for business? (1) 382 BC
3. In what year was Hogwarts School founded? (1) Around 993 AD
4. When is it said that the beginnings of Quidditch began and how? (2) Between 1000 AD and 1100 AD, Gertie Keddle (who lived near Queerditch Marsh) sees local witches and wizards playing a game on broomsticks.
5. Which was the first Quidditch team to be formed, and when? (2) Puddlemere United was formed in 1163, making it the oldest team in the League
6. What wizarding school event was established in c. 1294? (1) The Triwizard Tournament
7. Before the golden snitch was invented, what was used in Quidditch and who eventually banned it from the games? (2) A Golden Snidget was used before the Snitch. Elfrida Clagg, leader of the Wizards’ Council, banned the use of Snidgets in hunting or Quidditch games.
8. How many times was Wendelin the weird burnt at the stake for witchcraft? (1) No fewer than forty-seven times.
9. In what year was Nicholas Flamel born? (1) 1326
10. In 1430, the ‘All wizarding duelling competition’ was won by who? What spell caused her to win? (2) Alberta Toothill won using a Blasting Curse
11. The first ever world cup Quidditch match saw all seven hundred fowls. In what year was this and who was it between? (3) The 1473 World Cup between Transylvania and Flanders saw all 700 Quidditch fouls.
12. during the Goblin Rebellion, which place was used as headquarters? (1) The Hog’s Inn in Hogsmeade was headquarters
13. What code of conduct was written in 1637? (1) The Werewolf Code of Conduct was written
14. In what year was the department of magical games and sports established? (1) 1750
15. The Triwizard tournament of 1792 saw the injury of the heads of schools through what? (1) When a cockatrice went on the rampage
16. Who became Minister of Magic in 1811? (1) Grogan Stump
17.What charm was discovered in 1875 and what was its use? (2) The Gripping Charm allowed Chasers on a Quidditch have a better grip on the Quaffle

Part 2

I think that the period of 990AD-1000AD is the most important in wizarding history, because Britain's wizarding school was founded during this period. The founding of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry gave modern day wizards and witches the chance to learn of their past and also of what their ancestors wanted to pass down to them. This enables magic to carry on throughout eternity and therefore pass on throuh schooling the importance and significance of magic in our world today.
The beginning of the 1st century AD also saw the first signs of Quidditch, the wizarding world's most famous sport. Without Quidditch, Harry would not have his skill in being Seeker, which he inherited from James. Without Quidditch, the wizarding world would not have its fast-paced wonderful game!

I think that these dates were the most important because they gave the wizarding world two of the most important things that it needs in order to, in my opinion, survive!

Sources: Lexicon, for all of it! Oh, and my mind for Part 2. Lol!

Part 1:

1. The ancient Egyptians were said to do what to their tombs to prevent thieves from stealing their riches? (2) They were said to put curses on their tombs to keep people from stealing their riches and their treasures
2. What year did Ollivander’s wand store open for business? (1)382 B.C
3. In what year was Hogwarts School founded? (1)Back in 993
4. When is it said that the beginnings of Quidditch began and how? (2)in 1,000 a person named Gertie Keddle saw people and wrote about people playing a game riding on broomsticks
5. Which was the first quidditch team to be formed, and when? Puddlemeere united and formed in 1163(2)
6. What wizarding school event was established in c. 1294? (1)TriWizards Tournament
7. Before the golden snitch was invented, what was used in quidditch and who eventually banned it from the games? (2)The Golden Snidget and Elfrida Clagg
8. How many times was Wendelin the weird burnt at the stake for witchcraft? (1)47 times
9. In what year was Nicholas Flamel born? (1)he was born 1326
10. In 1430, the ‘All wizarding duelling competition’ was won by who? What spell caused her to win? (2)winner was Albertha Toothill and used a Blast curse
11. The first ever world cup quidditch match saw all seven hundred fowls. In what year was this and who was it between? (3)the year was 1473 and the teams were from Transylvania and Flander
12. during the Goblin Rebellion, which place was used as headquarters? (1)Hogsmeade Inn
13. What code of conduct was written in 1637? (1) Werewolves Code of Conduct
14. In what year was the department of magical games and sports established? (1)1750
15. The Triwizard tournament of 1792 saw the injury of the heads of schools through what? (1)A Cocktrice went mad
16. Who became Minister of Magic in 1811? (1)Stump
17. What charm was discovered in 1875 and what was its use? (2)a charm to help hold onto the quaffle during quidditch play

Part 2:

Pick ten years pre 1900 of the wizarding timeline, specifying the important dates and why they were important. Why do you think that this period in pre 1900 is most special? Please write in no less than 150 words.

I'm picking the years of the schools beginning cuz it was how Hogwarts came to be. I think that it's important to remember and teach about this time cuz without Salazar Slytherin, Helga Hufflepuff, Rowena Ravenclaw, and Godric Gryffindor, we wouldn't have a Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Some of the most important things were established like the classes. And also allowing not just purebloods but muggles too. On its foundation we learn about the History of our magical school and how to keep it being what it is. With all of the classes that we have over the years certainly more will be added and we will continue to grow as young witches and Wizards. Even Tom Riddle himself learned to use the magic he learned and has now flourished and bloomed into an Powerful, Dark Wizard and all with the help of his teachings from Hogwarts. Certainly he didn't just wake up and know magic. We all have learned so much at the school. It is our stepping stone, our doorway into the world of knowledge. And with learning about our founders we may continue to discover more about them. They have secrets locked in the school that may one day be revealed. Because with out our founders we would not be here att his school. So many years and work they put into making this really cool school, and through the ages we must remember to learn. All things can be discovered in time but it first takes the knowledge of a mystery to actually seek it. Hogwarts has been with us for many generations and will continue to do so in the many years to come. And if you think about it, it makes sense. After all, History of Magic is here to teach us of the events before us in the wizarding world so we must open our eyes and ears and drink in the bountiful knowledge that it has in store for us.



http://www.hp-lexicon.org/timelines/main/timeline_pre1900.html

1. The ancient Egyptians were said to do what to their tombs to prevent thieves from stealing their riches? (2)

They placed curses and traps pm them.

2. What year did Ollivander’s wand store open for business? (1)

382BC

3. In what year was Hogwarts School founded? (1)

the shcool was founded before 993

4. When is it said that the beginnings of Quidditch began and how? (2)

1000 begining of quiddich, began with a group of witchs and wizards playing a game on brooms with a big leather ball (the quaffle), they began adding other objects which late became bludgers and a snitch

5. Which was the first quidditch team to be formed, and when? (2)

Caerphilly Catapults team formed. In 1402.

6. What wizarding school event was established in c. 1294? (1)

The Triward Tournement

7. Before the golden snitch was invented, what was used in quidditch and who eventually banned it from the games? (2)

A small, spherical bird, known as a Golden Snidget. Elfrida Clagg,banned it.


8. How many times was Wendelin the weird burnt at the stake for witchcraft? (1)

47 times, because she liked the tickling sensation.

9. In what year was Nicholas Flamel born? (1)

1326

10. In 1430, the ‘All wizarding duelling competition’ was won by who? What spell caused her to win? (2)

Alverta Toothole won because she used a blasting curse.

11. The first ever world cup quidditch match saw all seven hundred fowls. In what year was this and who was it between? (3)

1473 in the game between Translyvania and Flanders.

12. during the Goblin Rebellion, which place was used as headquarters? (1)

headquaters was at an Inn in Hogsmeade

13. What code of conduct was written in 1637? (1)

the werewolf code of conduct

14. In what year was the department of magical games and sports established? (1)

1750

15. The Triwizard tournament of 1792 saw the injury of the heads of schools through what? (1)

a cockatrice went on rampage during tournement

16. Who became Minister of Magic in 1811? (1)

Grogan Stump

17. What charm was discovered in 1875 and what was its use? (2)

the griiping charm was invented to help chasers grip easier onto their brooms.


soursces used: www.hp-lexicon.org

1. The ancient Egyptians were said to do what to their tombs to prevent thieves from stealing their riches? (2)
They placed curses on the tombs to protect their riches

2. What year did Ollivander’s wand store open for business? (1)
382 B.C

3. In what year was Hogwarts School founded? (1)
before 993 not sure of exact date

4. When is it said that the beginnings of Quidditch began and how? (2)
1000s, it begin when several witches and wizards were sighted playing on broomsticks and with balls. It later evolved into the game known as Quidditch.

5. Which was the first quidditch team to be formed, and when? (2)
1402 the Caerphilly Catapults

6. What wizarding school event was established in c. 1294? (1)
Triwizard tournament

7. Before the golden snitch was invented, what was used in quidditch and who eventually banned it from the games? (2)
a small spherical bird called the Golden Snidget. Elfrida Clagg banned it.

8. How many times was Wendelin the weird burnt at the stake for witchcraft? (1)
47 times

9. In what year was Nicholas Flamel born? (1)
1326

10. In 1430, the ‘All wizarding duelling competition’ was won by who? What spell caused her to win? (2)
Alberta Toothill because of the Blasting Curse

11. The first ever world cup quidditch match saw all seven hundred fowls. In what year was this and who
was it between? (3)
1473 between Transylvania and Flanders

12. during the Goblin Rebellion, which place was used as headquarters? (1)
an inn at Hogsmeade

13. What code of conduct was written in 1637? (1)
The Werewolf Code of Conduct

14. In what year was the department of magical games and sports established? (1)
1750

15. The Triwizard tournament of 1792 saw the injury of the heads of schools through what? (1)
a cockatrice went on a rampage during the tournament

16. Who became Minister of Magic in 1811? (1)
Grogan Stump

17. What charm was discovered in 1875 and what was its use? (2)
Gripping Charms for the Chasers to grip onto their brooms easier.

Part 2:

I believe that the most important decade preceding the 1900s was the year 1750-1760. This was the years when the wizard community started to become more organized as a community rather then wizards in a Muggle World. They made the Wizarding World more organized. In 1750, the Clause 37 in the International Code of Secrecy was added to make sure that each nation had to work to keep their magical creatures safe and living within their nation’s borders. Yet this isn’t why I consider this decade so great but rather because of the other little events that make up this decade. The Department of Magical Games and Sports was also developed in 1750. This shows that not only is the wizarding community very organized but they have surpassed all the need for protection and started to develop more things for entertainment, which I believe is a very important part of their culture. This is also the same decade where the Xavier Rastrick the famous world wizard entertainer was born; Guilver Portby was born the bird wizard. Another important even is the birth of the very first witch Minister of Magic was born, Artemisa Lufkin in 1754.

Source - H.P Lexicon and imagination

Part 1

1. Horrible curses were placed on the tombs.

2. 382 B.C.

3. Nobody is certain of a precise date, but it was over a thousand years before Harry was in his second year.

4. In the 1000's, in Queerditch Marsh, some witches and wizards played a new game using broomsticks and a leather ball. Later flying rocks were added.

5. The Caerphilly Catapults were the first to form, in 1402.

6. Triwizard Tournament.

7. The Golden Snidget, a small round bird, which usually ended up dying at the end of the game due to the seeker's enthusiastic efforts. Elfrida Clagg banned the usage of Golden Snidgets in Quidditch games.

8. 47 times

9. c. 1326

10. Alberta Toothill, using the Blasting Curse, won the competition.

11. This violent match occured in 1473, Transylvania against Flanders.

12. An inn in Hogsmeade.

13. The Werewolf Code of Conduct

14. 1750

15. The wizards lost control of a cockatrice during the tournament.

16. Grogan Stump.

17. Gripping Charms, which gave the Chasers a better hold on the Quaffle.

Source: http://www.hp-lexicon.org/index-2.html