Latin and J.K. Rowling's World

15 Points Per Correct Answer - No time limit  

1. "Nimbus" (a line of broomsticks) means stormcloud, but what else? Halo Battle Sky Flight

2. The first and most common meaning of the word "umbra" (= Prof. Umbridge ...) is: Anger Fear Suspicion Shadow

3. What is the MOST LITERAL translation of "Draco dormiens numquam titillandus" (The Hogwarts motto according to JKR)? Never tickle a sleeping dragon A dragon that sleeps should never be tickled Don't tickle a dragon if it's sleeping Never attempt tickling a sleeping dragon

4. A "patronus" (Anti-dementor spell) in ancient Rome was: A master A protector A helper An owner

5. Which god was allegedly the father of legendary twins Romulus and Remus? (Lupin's name) Jupiter (Zeus) Pluto (Hades) Mercury (Hermes) Mars (Ares)

6. What tree was the symbol of the goddess Minerva? (Mcgonagall's name) Weeping willow Olive tree Oak Cypress

7. The word "vernus" (as in Vernon Dursley!) refers to: Winter Fall Summer Spring

8. Which of these is NOT a correct translation of the word "severus", the name of our favorite Potions master? terrible strong severe serious

9. Which of these actions is the correct translation of the verb "ludo"? (Bagman's name) To joke To be loud, make a noise To play To sing

10. Which of these is not a meaning of the word "luna"? (think of Loony Luna) Folly Month Moon Night