Chapter 638: The End of the School Year
In the past, the so-called Defense Against the Dark Arts could almost be directly linked to Dumbledore, because it was he who defeated the Dark Lord Grinwald's ambition at the last moment by himself.
But now, when others mention black magic, they will immediately think of Maca. Two generations of Dark Lords fell in the vestibule of Hogwarts Castle almost at the same time. This fact surprised the whole world.
It has to be said that the fact that Maca was temporarily in charge of the additional question examiner for the Defense Against the Dark Arts practical exam, even if it was spread outside of Hogwarts, was enough to make people feel justified.
Of course, no matter what kind of discussion this matter will cause in the future, everyone is still focusing their attention on the intense exam right now.
During the entire afternoon, Maca not only played a dozen times as a temporary examiner in the O.W.Ls exam, but also had several opportunities to appear in the subsequent N.E.W.Ts exam.
But to be honest, the additional questions given by Maca were indeed very difficult, and he didn't let it go because he knew each other well with the students. Until all the candidates have completed the exam, there are only five students who get additional marks from him, and among them, the only seventh grader is Cedric, a handsome guy from Hufflepuff College.
In Maca's own words - It's already illegal for me to serve as an examiner temporarily to give questions. If it doesn't increase the difficulty, won't the International Federation of Wizards just withdraw my professorship?
However, the additional challenge of two graduates is worth mentioning at the end. Because not only did they unexpectedly take the initiative to propose a combination challenge with double the difficulty, but they almost passed both of them.
Yes, they are the famous Hogwarts troublemakers, twin brothers Fred Weasley and George Weasley.
And what they used in the exam was the simultaneous spellcasting technique Maca taught the members during the R.A. training.
Although they missed the opportunity to score because they were too complacent in the end, even Maca secretly nodded for them afterward—the synchronous casting of spells with the tacit understanding of the twins was indeed surprisingly effective, because they didn't even once Mistakes.
It's a pity that if you don't pass, you don't pass, even if it is only a little bit short, it can't change the fact.
Since that day, there was no accident of Maca being the examiner, and the exam went on as planned again. On Friday, Luna and Hermione, who had taken the ancient rune course, went to take the exam together, and those who didn't choose this course, such as Harry and Ron, got a precious rest day.
Because there is still a whole weekend to review, most of the fifth graders who don't refer to them put down their textbooks and materials and spend the whole day lazily.
Naturally, the graduates have no possibility to relax. Even if someone tells them that they should put down their pens and enjoy the warm breeze and sunshine, and that a combination of work and rest may be more conducive to the later exams, they must not be in that mood.
In the afternoon, when Harry and Ron were huddled by the window looking at the edge of the Forbidden Forest, and you were guessing what kind of animal Hagrid, who was teaching the juniors, had brought in, Hermione walked in through the portrait hole.
As soon as the two of them turned around, they found that Hermione was in a surprisingly good mood at this moment!
Another 'O'? Ron asked, stretching vigorously.
I don't think there's a problem! Hermione said happily. Just like the written test in the morning, the questions are unbelievably simple. I was thinking...all the students who have listened to the class well will definitely get high marks!
Oh, that sounds really good... Harry sighed, If I had known, I should have taken Rune, not some damn divination class! That thing doesn't work no matter how much you review it, and Failure is just a matter of luck!
As Harry said, he and Ron spent the whole weekend reviewing Potions and History of Magic,
I have never touched anything about divination.
In fact, it's not because they don't want to pass the Divination test, but because even Hermione doesn't understand that just looking at the tea dregs at the bottom of the cup and the mist in the crystal ball is the content of Divination in class. What method should be used? Just go to review.
In short, amidst the not-so-pleasant pile of textbooks, this weekend passed almost in a blink of an eye.
On the Monday of the second week, the test was Potions.
Although the professor of this course has changed, the two teachers successively have the level of potion masters. Even though the teaching styles are completely different, the teaching quality of the two can be said to be top-notch.
Snape is good at advanced teaching. Although there are always some ignorance in class, both the theory of potion preparation and the steps of mixing are clear and clear; Slughorn is good at guiding teaching, good classroom atmosphere and meticulous teaching Preparing for presentations keeps students focused throughout.
Therefore, in the face of moderately difficult exams, everyone performed well.
As for the Protection of Magical Creatures class taught by Hagrid, the teaching plan that Maca helped him formulate played a very important role. Especially in the practical exam in the afternoon, most of the magical creatures that appear are popular nowadays, and many of them are the content that everyone has actually operated in class.
In addition, Haigri had a lot of experience in caring for animals, and the knowledge he passed on to the students was not wrong, so most of the candidates passed the day smoothly.
And the most troublesome thing for the students must be the History of Magic exam on the last day.
The already boring classroom environment, coupled with even more boring textbook knowledge, most of the students will fall into a deep sleep in class without knowing it—professor Binns never thought of waking everyone up.
As a result, the students who have to face the exam have suffered a lot in the dark review. As for the final exam... Hey, I don't want to mention it.
On the evening of Thursday, when the moment when the nearly two weeks of exams finally came to an end, the little wizards finally gathered on the grass outside the auditorium and cheered.
Yes, there is a good chance that some of them will weep as they say goodbye to each other after celebrating so much. But at least, this exam, which was so tense and almost breathless, was finally over.
When the howling of ghosts and wolves suddenly sounded from the vestibule, Maca, who was teaching students of other grades upstairs, couldn't help but stop explaining, walked to the window and looked down.
Obviously, even Professor McGonagall, who is usually strict, let the graduates indulge a little today, and didn't immediately drive them back to the common room.
Maca leaned against the window and watched quietly for a while, then turned her head and waved her hand gently.
Sit down for me, I'm still in class! After calling those students who were also looking down at the window back to their seats, he said with a slight smile, Don't worry! Today I will Get out of class early, so that you have more time to spend time with the seniors...
Before the words fell, the classroom burst into laughter and praises were endless. And almost at the same time, the cheers below stopped abruptly, and changed into Professor McGonagall's stern scolding.
Stop it all! Maca waved his hands quickly, If Professor McGonagall hears about it, you all are ready to clean the wall tiles in the bathroom together!
...
For graduates, the end of the exam means that their school days are coming to an end; but for Harry and other fifth graders, this is just the beginning of another period of more difficult study life.
Oh, OK! Anyway, they still have a relaxing vacation to adjust themselves, and they can relax before the N.E.W.Ts class starts.
A few days later, on the Thestral carriage to Hogsmeade station.
...I will visit you guys to play, and you can write to me anytime if you have anything to do, Maca was talking to Harry and the others. Of course, even if you have nothing to do, you are welcome to send me a letter!
Will you be in school all the time? No plans to go somewhere to relax or something? Ron asked curiously, If I were as rich as you, I would definitely take a luxury world tour!
Oh, then you will have to work hard to make money after graduation, Maca said with a smile, Also... yes, at least for the time being, you will stay in school for a while.
That's right, he won't be leaving Hogwarts just yet. Because in the early part of this year's summer vacation, he still needs to assist Professor McGonagall to do some interesting little work!
When the carriage creaked to the intersection in front of the station, Maca and Hagrid sent everyone onto the train together, waved their hands with smiles, and watched the train gradually go away with thick smoke. Feeling a little different.
Too many things happened in this school year, both good and bad, but no matter what, it finally left with the Hogwarts Express.
After this, is there only a bright and smooth road left? Although there are still various uncertain factors around him, Maca naturally hopes so much.
Hagrid, we should go back!
Maca raised his hand and patted his arm. Suddenly, he realized that he, who could only photograph Hagrid's butt, had grown so tall!
Oh, yes— Hagrid stuffed the wet handkerchief back into the pocket of his coat, nodded and said, Well, I should go to the Three Broomsticks for a drink later... Maca, let's go together ?
Although I really want to go, it's a pity, Maca said, Professor McGonagall asked me to go there immediately after dropping off the students. I think you should understand... There are a few very meaningful Little job!
Aha! Hagrid suddenly said happily, So, are you going this year?
