12.Professor Umbridge(170)

Chapter 12: Professor Umbridge

Harry’s first week back at Hogwarts is marred by the oppressive presence of Professor Umbridge. In her Defense Against the Dark Arts class, she insists on a theoretical approach, refusing to teach practical defensive spells. This policy frustrates and angers the students, especially Harry, who openly challenges her claims that Voldemort has not returned. Umbridge punishes Harry with a particularly cruel form of detention, forcing him to write lines using a quill that carves the words into the back of his hand. Harry’s refusal to back down and his determination to expose the truth about Voldemort’s return solidify his role as a leader among his peers. The chapter also explores the growing tension between the students and Umbridge, who represents the Ministry’s denial and authoritarianism. Harry’s friends rally around him, offering support and solidarity. Despite the pain and humiliation of his punishment, Harry remains defiant, determined to resist Umbridge’s oppressive regime and continue the fight against Voldemort.