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The book is set in the following locations:
- Number 4 Privet Drive, Little Whinging, Surrey. This is the home of the Dursley's and Harry Potter. The first few chapters are set here where we are introduced to the characters of Vernon, Petunia, Dudley and Harry.
- Railview Hotel. The Dursley's and Harry spent a night here trying to escape from the letters.
- Hut on the Rock. Where they are hiding from the letters again. Hagrid finds the hut and delivers Harry's letter in person, telling him he is a wizard.
- Diagon Alley. The wizarding high street where Harry buys his school supplies.
- Platform 9 3/4, King's Cross, London. Where Harry catches the train to Hogwarts.
- Hogwarts Castle, Scotland. Where Harry goes to school.
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∙ 8y ago
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∙ 11y agoThe setting of the first book is Hogwarts. It is very important to the story because it is where Harry starts to learn about magic and begins his adventure. Most of the book revolves around Hogwarts.
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∙ 8y agoThe novel is set in several different locations:
- Privet Drive (Dursley's house)
- Zoo
- Railview Hotel
- Shack
- London (Leaky Cauldron & Diagon Alley)
- King's Cross Station (Platform 9 3/4)
- Hogwarts
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∙ 8y agoThe main setting of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry which is vital to the plot. Without the school, none of the characters would have met or be in that situation. The school is also protecting the philosopher's stone which the plot centres around.
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∙ 8y agoThe first chapter was on the 1st November 1981. The rest of the book took place between June 1991 and June 1992.
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∙ 13y agoThe first chapter of Harry Potter and the philosophers stone is set in Privet Drive, on the 1st November 1981.
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What year is the first chapter of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone set in?
The first chapter is set on 1st November 1981.
Who set up the giant chess board in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?
The giant chess set was transfigured by Professor McGonagall. It was one of the challenges set up to guard the philosopher's stone.
What guarded the philosopher's stone in Harry Potter?
Fluffy, Devil's Snare, winged keys, a giant chess set, a potions riddle, and an unconscious troll.
Which piece is Ron Weasley in the Harry Potter chess set?
When Ronald Weasley, Hermione Granger and Harry Potter play chess in the movies the character Ronald Weasley plays as a Knight. Ronald Weasley sacrifices himself to the Queen during the game to protect Hermione Granger and Harry Potter.
When did Harry Potter turn eleven?
In the first book and film, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (known as the Sorcerer's Stone in the USA), Harry is 11 years old for most of the story. He is however 10 at the beginning of the stories, turning 11 at the very end of chapter 3.As the series progresses he grows older, aging by one year each book and each film, except for in the second film for Deathly Hallows where he is the same age as in the first Deathly Hallows film.
Does the book Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone take place in the past present or future?
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is set in the past. It takes place in 1991 and 1992.
Is Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone set in summer?
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone takes place over a year. The book starts in June 1991 and ends in June 1992.
What year is the first chapter of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone set in?
The first chapter is set on 1st November 1981.
Why isn't Harry Potter not set in the 21century?
It is set in the 21st century. Harry Potter was born in 1980.
Who set up the giant chess board in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?
The giant chess set was transfigured by Professor McGonagall. It was one of the challenges set up to guard the philosopher's stone.
Where are the major scenes set in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is set in the following locations:4 Privet DriveThe shack on the rockThe pub before Diagon AlleyDiagon AlleyPlatform 9 3/4Hogwarts ExpressHogwarts
What are some magical powers in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is set in a wizarding world and the majority of characters are witches and wizards. There are lots of magical powers seen throughout the book, including spells, flying on broomsticks and magical creatures.
What state did Harry Potter live in?
The Harry Potter books are set in England, not in the USA.
Which was the first Harry Potter movie nominated for an Oscar?
The first Harry Potter movie to be nominated for an Academy Award (Oscar) was Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (the first Harry Potter movie). It was nominated for three Academy AwardsBest Art Direction-Set Decoration, Stuart Craig (art director), Stephanie McMillan (set decorator)Best Costume Design, Judianna MakovskyBest Music, Original Score, John Williams
Was jamie Campbell in Harry Potter?
He is set to appear as Gellert Grindelwald in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.
Was Harry Potter born in Michigan?
No, the Harry Potter series is set in the UK. Harry Potter was born in England.
Where was the story Harry Potter set?
England.
