Chapter Four: O.W.L Results
The Great Hall was again filling up, but this time for breakfast. Professors were handing out papers to all of the sixth years which, when Harry got his, turned out to be the O.W.L results.
The paper was almost four parchments long and read,
Mr. Potter, the following information includes your Ordinary Wizarding Level results and your future career expectations and schedule.
Subject- Theory of Charms Examiner- None/Professor McGonagall.
Mr. Potter showed an astounding level of understanding and told extra information that suggested he had used the charms often. He gave examples of how each charm could be used and went into great detail on the wand motion needed to perform the charm. Mr. Potter received a 115 out of 100, three out of two O.W.L.s. He currently holds the record for Theory of Charms, which is equal to an O*. We look forward to his future work with Theory of Charms.
Subject- Practical Charms Examiner- Professor Tofty
Mr. Potter mixed up his Color-Change and Growth Charms, but as there is only a single letter difference and the wand movements are the same, no points will be taken off. His wingardium leviosa charm was superb, and he made making eggcups dance seem effortless. Mr. Potter received a 105 out of 100 and three out of three O.W.L.s. He is currently ranked with the fourth highest score ever in Practical Charms, which is equal to an O. We look forward to his Practical Charm work and hope he keeps up the good work.
-Total for Charms-
Mr. Potter has an obviously outstanding experience and knowledge of Charms and received a total of 220 out of 200, six out of five O.W.L.s, and an O. He broke a record previously set by Albus Dumbledore in Theory of Charms and is fourth in Practical Charms.
Subject- Theory of Transfiguration Examiner- None/Professor McGonagall
Though Mr. Potter forgot the definition of a Switching Spell, he gave detailed descriptions and examples of how you can use every other spell that was on the test. He showed a subtle knowledge of Theory of Transfiguration and we hope his subtleness was simply being nervous or afraid of showing too much skill. Mr. Potter received a 100 out of 100, two out of two O.W.L.s, and currently is ranked 2nd, the equivalent of an O.
Subject- Practical Transfiguration Examiner- Professor Tofty
Mr. Potter performed all assigned Transfigurations perfectly and even some extra. He seems to have a natural talent for Transfiguration and may be considered for taking an Animagus Potion when he is out of school. Mr. Potter received a 110 out of 100, four out of three O.W.L.s, and is currently 'leading the pack' with an O*.
-Total for Transfiguration-
Mr. Potter is an extremely gifted student when it comes to Transfiguration. If we didn't know better, we'd say he was a metamorphmagus. Mr. Potter received 210 out of 200, six out of five O.W.L.s, and an O. Should he wish to become an animagi once out of school, any who have seen how natural his transformations of himself and otherwise are will support him.
Subject- Theory of Herbology Examiner- None/Professor McGonagall
Mr. Potter showed knowledge of all plants and their uses. Though he did well, he made the simple mistake of the plant that has been know to eat muggles by saying it ate squibs. Probably asleep by then, eh? Ah, well, Mr. Potter received a 95 out of 100, two out of two O.W.L.s, and an E. We hope Mr. Potter continues Herbology, though he has a choice not to.
Subject- Practical Herbology Examiner- Professor Gurin
Well, Mr. Potter had a nip from a Fanged Geranium that liked him a bit too much, but otherwise had a perfect examination. He received a 95 out of 100, three out of three O.W.L.s, and an E. Mr. Potter has a choice of continuing Herbology or not, though we hope he does.
-Total of Herbology-
Mr. Potter is good with plants, though sometimes the plants get excited around him, and has done fairly well in Herbology in the past. He received a total of 190 out of 200, five out of five O.W.L.s, and an E. He has the choice of continuing Herbology or not, though we hope he will, and to volunteer to transplant any unhappy plants when winter comes. We hope to see him in N.E.W.T. Herbology!
Subject- Defense Against the Dark Arts Examiner- None/ Professor McGonagall
Mr. Potter seems to be an expert on Defense Against the Dark Arts and should continue it into N.E.W.T. level. He received a 135 out of 100, four of two O.W.L.s, and an O*.
Subject- Practical Defense Against the Dark Arts Examiner- Professor Tofty
Mr. Potter had breathtakingly strong defensive and offensive spells, counter-jinxes, and an unbeatable boggart banishing spell. He performed extra spells, including expecto patronum- a Patronus, all of which were the strongest we've ever seen. Mr. Potter should continue into N.E.W.T. Defense Against the Dark Arts. He received a 155 out of 100, six out of three, and an O*. A very good job to Mr. Potter!
-Total of Defense Against the Dark Arts-
Mr. Potter is a natural when it comes to Defense Against the Dark Arts and should continue to use his skills in N.E.W.T. Defense Against the Dark Arts. He received a 290 out of 200, ten out of five O.W.L.s, and an O*. Mr. Potter did an amazing job in Defense Against the Dark Arts!
Subject- Theory of Potions Examiner- None/ Professor McGonagall
Mr. Potter was accurate in his answers and gave more information than was needed. He received a 95 out of 100, two out of two O.W.L.s, and an E. We hope Mr. Potter continues in N.E.W.T. Potions.
Subject- Practical Potions Examiner- Professor Marchbanks
Mr. Potter cut up and mixed in all ingredients accurately and on time. He made his potion a bit too strong, but that could be because his power soaked into it. Mr. Potter received 100 out of 100, three out of three O.W.L.s, and an E.
-Total of Potions-
Mr. Potter received 195 out of 200, five out of five O.W.L.s, and an E. We hope he continues into N.E.W.T. level Potions.
Subject- Theory of Care of Magical Creatures Examiner- None/ Professor McGonagall
Mr. Potter answered most questions correctly, though he made a few simple mistakes. He received 95 out of 100, two out of two O.W.L.s, and an E.
Subject- Practical Care of Magical Creatures Examiner-Professor Tanav
Mr. Potter treated all his creatures kindly and correctly handled each. He received 100 out of 100, three out of three O.W.L.s, and an E.
-Total of Care of Magical Creatures-
Mr. Potter received 195 out of 200, five out of five O.W.L.s, and an E. We hope he continues on to N.E.W.T. level Care of Magical Creatures.
Subject- Theory of Astronomy Examiner- None/ Professor McGonagall
Mr. Potter was correct about Jupiter's moons and what lives on them. He made many mistakes but can still be accepted into N.E.W.T. Astronomy if he so chooses. He received 80 out of 100, one out of two O.W.L.s, and an A.
Subject-Practical Astronomy Examiner- Professor Tofty
Mr. Potter correctly wrote his star chart but was easily distracted during the exam. He received 85 out of 100, two out of three O.W.L.s, and an A
-Total of Astronomy-
Mr. Potter received a 165 out of 200, three out of five O.W.L.s, and an A. He may continue to N.E.W.T. Astronomy if he wishes to.
Subject- Theory of Divination Examiner- None/ Professor McGonagall
Mr. Potter answered most questions correctly but made a few mistakes. He received 75 out of 100, one out of two O.W.L.s, and an A.
Subject- Practical Divination Examiner- Professor Marchbanks
Mr. Potter has very little skill in Divination and should avoid it at all costs. He is thirty years off in his palm reading!!! He received a 65 out of 100, zero out of three O.W.L.s, and a D.
-Total of Divination-
Mr. Potter has little to no skill in Divination. He received 140 out of 200, one out of five O.W.L.s, and a P. He may not attend N.E.W.T. level Divination.
Subject- History of Magic Examiner- None/ Professor Marchbanks
Mr. Potter showed general knowledge in History of Magic. He received 185 out of 200, three out of five O.W.L.s, and an A. He can continue into N.E.W.T. level History of Magic if he chooses.
-TOTAL-
Mr. Potter received 1790 out of 1800, 44 out of 45 O.W.L.s, and an E average.
-Auror Training of Mr. Harry Potter-
Due to your astoundingly high scores in every course you need to take to be an auror, you will begin your training Friday, September 5th, 2003. By 9:00 a.m. be inside the Room of Requirement (think about a place good for training to be an auror) to meet some of the people that will be teaching you. By the way, Harry, excellent job on your O.W.L.s, you beat some of my records! I would like to speak to you September 26th (after your auror meeting that day; you'll be onto your 3rd week of training!), 2003, if you can find the time. You know where my office is- my new password is 'Chocolate covered pretzels'. Have a good year, Harry, and don't show anyone this paper.
Sincerely,
Albus Dumbledore
Harry quickly pocketed the note from Dumbledore and walked over to where Hermione and Ron were sitting at the Prefect/Head boy/girl table.
"Hi Ron, Hermione, how'd you do?" Harry asked cautiously.
"Well, Hermione will only tell me she got an O* in Ancient Runes and her average is E. My average was an A. I had twenty-nine O.W.L.s and 1400 points. I only scored 100 less than Bill and he had the highest score in the family!"
"Great job, Ron!" Harry said enthusiastically.
"Nah, it's nothing if the rumor going around is true, someone had 35 O.W.L.s and 1600 points! That's incredible! Wonder who it is. Probably Hermione." Ron, in his excitement -he had been waving his arms wildly- had knocked Harry's results out of his hands and stared at them for a second.
"HARRY! How in HELL did you get that?!!" Ron shouted, eyes wide, "1790 points! That beat's Dumbledore's old score by 40! 45 O.W.L.s! The record before was 42! How can you have all that and get an E average and no O?! You have to have the highest scores in history! You got a P in Divination and you STILL HAD SCORES THAT HIGH!!! You've gotta be bloody amazing! You had to have been studying ever since you came to get results that good! There's no damn way you could've gotten that-."
"RON!" Harry broke in quickly, "People are staring! You know I didn't start studying until you did! Like I'd want to!"
"True, but STILL! NO ONE has EVER gotten scores that high! It's 100 percent INSANE! You've gotta start tutoring me for N.E.W.T.s or something!" Ron said, visibly forcing himself to calm down.
"Uh, sure. one problem. what classes are you taking?" Harry grinned, "You still want to be something with the animal security or fighting, right? Then you'd have to take Care of Magical Creatures, DADA, Charms, Transfiguration, and Herbology. I happen to be taking all of those and am ok at all of them but Herbology. If you really do need help I might be able to help you. We can work out a schedule or something."
"Thanks Harry, that'll help a lot." Ron said, genuinely relieved. "I'll probably still mess it up, even if I start studying a year earlier thank I need to, oh well! I'll try at least!"
"Maybe we can practice quidditch too. We can ask the captain when we find out who it is." Harry suggested. "The list is up today, isn't it? We should check it."
"Sounds good to me. It's a good thing classes don't start until tomorrow morning, I'd be dead- I forgot to do the Transfiguration homework!"
Hermione groaned and mumbled something that sounded like "Already? Sheesh." but soon went back to the book she was reading about kelpies.
Ron and Harry looked around the room and spotted a small croud gathered next to a paper on the wall. When they neared, Ginny forced herself out of the croud and gasped, "HARRY! YOU'RE CAPTAIN!"
"WHAT?!?"
Anna- took you long enough. see you Monday!
Well, I'm not particularly happy with the chapter. mostly the lack of action and a terrible ending. I'll try to update ASAP but you know me- too much swimming! If anyone has ideas I'll try and get them in during the next few chapters. If you don't like how little there is going on I'm sorry, I promise I'm trying to get past the boring parts! I do have a plan about what's going to happen, I'm just not sure about the details. Please stick with me and feel free to make suggestions.
The Great Hall was again filling up, but this time for breakfast. Professors were handing out papers to all of the sixth years which, when Harry got his, turned out to be the O.W.L results.
The paper was almost four parchments long and read,
Mr. Potter, the following information includes your Ordinary Wizarding Level results and your future career expectations and schedule.
Subject- Theory of Charms Examiner- None/Professor McGonagall.
Mr. Potter showed an astounding level of understanding and told extra information that suggested he had used the charms often. He gave examples of how each charm could be used and went into great detail on the wand motion needed to perform the charm. Mr. Potter received a 115 out of 100, three out of two O.W.L.s. He currently holds the record for Theory of Charms, which is equal to an O*. We look forward to his future work with Theory of Charms.
Subject- Practical Charms Examiner- Professor Tofty
Mr. Potter mixed up his Color-Change and Growth Charms, but as there is only a single letter difference and the wand movements are the same, no points will be taken off. His wingardium leviosa charm was superb, and he made making eggcups dance seem effortless. Mr. Potter received a 105 out of 100 and three out of three O.W.L.s. He is currently ranked with the fourth highest score ever in Practical Charms, which is equal to an O. We look forward to his Practical Charm work and hope he keeps up the good work.
-Total for Charms-
Mr. Potter has an obviously outstanding experience and knowledge of Charms and received a total of 220 out of 200, six out of five O.W.L.s, and an O. He broke a record previously set by Albus Dumbledore in Theory of Charms and is fourth in Practical Charms.
Subject- Theory of Transfiguration Examiner- None/Professor McGonagall
Though Mr. Potter forgot the definition of a Switching Spell, he gave detailed descriptions and examples of how you can use every other spell that was on the test. He showed a subtle knowledge of Theory of Transfiguration and we hope his subtleness was simply being nervous or afraid of showing too much skill. Mr. Potter received a 100 out of 100, two out of two O.W.L.s, and currently is ranked 2nd, the equivalent of an O.
Subject- Practical Transfiguration Examiner- Professor Tofty
Mr. Potter performed all assigned Transfigurations perfectly and even some extra. He seems to have a natural talent for Transfiguration and may be considered for taking an Animagus Potion when he is out of school. Mr. Potter received a 110 out of 100, four out of three O.W.L.s, and is currently 'leading the pack' with an O*.
-Total for Transfiguration-
Mr. Potter is an extremely gifted student when it comes to Transfiguration. If we didn't know better, we'd say he was a metamorphmagus. Mr. Potter received 210 out of 200, six out of five O.W.L.s, and an O. Should he wish to become an animagi once out of school, any who have seen how natural his transformations of himself and otherwise are will support him.
Subject- Theory of Herbology Examiner- None/Professor McGonagall
Mr. Potter showed knowledge of all plants and their uses. Though he did well, he made the simple mistake of the plant that has been know to eat muggles by saying it ate squibs. Probably asleep by then, eh? Ah, well, Mr. Potter received a 95 out of 100, two out of two O.W.L.s, and an E. We hope Mr. Potter continues Herbology, though he has a choice not to.
Subject- Practical Herbology Examiner- Professor Gurin
Well, Mr. Potter had a nip from a Fanged Geranium that liked him a bit too much, but otherwise had a perfect examination. He received a 95 out of 100, three out of three O.W.L.s, and an E. Mr. Potter has a choice of continuing Herbology or not, though we hope he does.
-Total of Herbology-
Mr. Potter is good with plants, though sometimes the plants get excited around him, and has done fairly well in Herbology in the past. He received a total of 190 out of 200, five out of five O.W.L.s, and an E. He has the choice of continuing Herbology or not, though we hope he will, and to volunteer to transplant any unhappy plants when winter comes. We hope to see him in N.E.W.T. Herbology!
Subject- Defense Against the Dark Arts Examiner- None/ Professor McGonagall
Mr. Potter seems to be an expert on Defense Against the Dark Arts and should continue it into N.E.W.T. level. He received a 135 out of 100, four of two O.W.L.s, and an O*.
Subject- Practical Defense Against the Dark Arts Examiner- Professor Tofty
Mr. Potter had breathtakingly strong defensive and offensive spells, counter-jinxes, and an unbeatable boggart banishing spell. He performed extra spells, including expecto patronum- a Patronus, all of which were the strongest we've ever seen. Mr. Potter should continue into N.E.W.T. Defense Against the Dark Arts. He received a 155 out of 100, six out of three, and an O*. A very good job to Mr. Potter!
-Total of Defense Against the Dark Arts-
Mr. Potter is a natural when it comes to Defense Against the Dark Arts and should continue to use his skills in N.E.W.T. Defense Against the Dark Arts. He received a 290 out of 200, ten out of five O.W.L.s, and an O*. Mr. Potter did an amazing job in Defense Against the Dark Arts!
Subject- Theory of Potions Examiner- None/ Professor McGonagall
Mr. Potter was accurate in his answers and gave more information than was needed. He received a 95 out of 100, two out of two O.W.L.s, and an E. We hope Mr. Potter continues in N.E.W.T. Potions.
Subject- Practical Potions Examiner- Professor Marchbanks
Mr. Potter cut up and mixed in all ingredients accurately and on time. He made his potion a bit too strong, but that could be because his power soaked into it. Mr. Potter received 100 out of 100, three out of three O.W.L.s, and an E.
-Total of Potions-
Mr. Potter received 195 out of 200, five out of five O.W.L.s, and an E. We hope he continues into N.E.W.T. level Potions.
Subject- Theory of Care of Magical Creatures Examiner- None/ Professor McGonagall
Mr. Potter answered most questions correctly, though he made a few simple mistakes. He received 95 out of 100, two out of two O.W.L.s, and an E.
Subject- Practical Care of Magical Creatures Examiner-Professor Tanav
Mr. Potter treated all his creatures kindly and correctly handled each. He received 100 out of 100, three out of three O.W.L.s, and an E.
-Total of Care of Magical Creatures-
Mr. Potter received 195 out of 200, five out of five O.W.L.s, and an E. We hope he continues on to N.E.W.T. level Care of Magical Creatures.
Subject- Theory of Astronomy Examiner- None/ Professor McGonagall
Mr. Potter was correct about Jupiter's moons and what lives on them. He made many mistakes but can still be accepted into N.E.W.T. Astronomy if he so chooses. He received 80 out of 100, one out of two O.W.L.s, and an A.
Subject-Practical Astronomy Examiner- Professor Tofty
Mr. Potter correctly wrote his star chart but was easily distracted during the exam. He received 85 out of 100, two out of three O.W.L.s, and an A
-Total of Astronomy-
Mr. Potter received a 165 out of 200, three out of five O.W.L.s, and an A. He may continue to N.E.W.T. Astronomy if he wishes to.
Subject- Theory of Divination Examiner- None/ Professor McGonagall
Mr. Potter answered most questions correctly but made a few mistakes. He received 75 out of 100, one out of two O.W.L.s, and an A.
Subject- Practical Divination Examiner- Professor Marchbanks
Mr. Potter has very little skill in Divination and should avoid it at all costs. He is thirty years off in his palm reading!!! He received a 65 out of 100, zero out of three O.W.L.s, and a D.
-Total of Divination-
Mr. Potter has little to no skill in Divination. He received 140 out of 200, one out of five O.W.L.s, and a P. He may not attend N.E.W.T. level Divination.
Subject- History of Magic Examiner- None/ Professor Marchbanks
Mr. Potter showed general knowledge in History of Magic. He received 185 out of 200, three out of five O.W.L.s, and an A. He can continue into N.E.W.T. level History of Magic if he chooses.
-TOTAL-
Mr. Potter received 1790 out of 1800, 44 out of 45 O.W.L.s, and an E average.
-Auror Training of Mr. Harry Potter-
Due to your astoundingly high scores in every course you need to take to be an auror, you will begin your training Friday, September 5th, 2003. By 9:00 a.m. be inside the Room of Requirement (think about a place good for training to be an auror) to meet some of the people that will be teaching you. By the way, Harry, excellent job on your O.W.L.s, you beat some of my records! I would like to speak to you September 26th (after your auror meeting that day; you'll be onto your 3rd week of training!), 2003, if you can find the time. You know where my office is- my new password is 'Chocolate covered pretzels'. Have a good year, Harry, and don't show anyone this paper.
Sincerely,
Albus Dumbledore
Harry quickly pocketed the note from Dumbledore and walked over to where Hermione and Ron were sitting at the Prefect/Head boy/girl table.
"Hi Ron, Hermione, how'd you do?" Harry asked cautiously.
"Well, Hermione will only tell me she got an O* in Ancient Runes and her average is E. My average was an A. I had twenty-nine O.W.L.s and 1400 points. I only scored 100 less than Bill and he had the highest score in the family!"
"Great job, Ron!" Harry said enthusiastically.
"Nah, it's nothing if the rumor going around is true, someone had 35 O.W.L.s and 1600 points! That's incredible! Wonder who it is. Probably Hermione." Ron, in his excitement -he had been waving his arms wildly- had knocked Harry's results out of his hands and stared at them for a second.
"HARRY! How in HELL did you get that?!!" Ron shouted, eyes wide, "1790 points! That beat's Dumbledore's old score by 40! 45 O.W.L.s! The record before was 42! How can you have all that and get an E average and no O?! You have to have the highest scores in history! You got a P in Divination and you STILL HAD SCORES THAT HIGH!!! You've gotta be bloody amazing! You had to have been studying ever since you came to get results that good! There's no damn way you could've gotten that-."
"RON!" Harry broke in quickly, "People are staring! You know I didn't start studying until you did! Like I'd want to!"
"True, but STILL! NO ONE has EVER gotten scores that high! It's 100 percent INSANE! You've gotta start tutoring me for N.E.W.T.s or something!" Ron said, visibly forcing himself to calm down.
"Uh, sure. one problem. what classes are you taking?" Harry grinned, "You still want to be something with the animal security or fighting, right? Then you'd have to take Care of Magical Creatures, DADA, Charms, Transfiguration, and Herbology. I happen to be taking all of those and am ok at all of them but Herbology. If you really do need help I might be able to help you. We can work out a schedule or something."
"Thanks Harry, that'll help a lot." Ron said, genuinely relieved. "I'll probably still mess it up, even if I start studying a year earlier thank I need to, oh well! I'll try at least!"
"Maybe we can practice quidditch too. We can ask the captain when we find out who it is." Harry suggested. "The list is up today, isn't it? We should check it."
"Sounds good to me. It's a good thing classes don't start until tomorrow morning, I'd be dead- I forgot to do the Transfiguration homework!"
Hermione groaned and mumbled something that sounded like "Already? Sheesh." but soon went back to the book she was reading about kelpies.
Ron and Harry looked around the room and spotted a small croud gathered next to a paper on the wall. When they neared, Ginny forced herself out of the croud and gasped, "HARRY! YOU'RE CAPTAIN!"
"WHAT?!?"
Anna- took you long enough. see you Monday!
Well, I'm not particularly happy with the chapter. mostly the lack of action and a terrible ending. I'll try to update ASAP but you know me- too much swimming! If anyone has ideas I'll try and get them in during the next few chapters. If you don't like how little there is going on I'm sorry, I promise I'm trying to get past the boring parts! I do have a plan about what's going to happen, I'm just not sure about the details. Please stick with me and feel free to make suggestions.