J.K. Rowling Trivia: Test Your Inner Potterhead Powers Now!

1. Which character from her "Harry Potter" books did J.K. Rowling say is closest to her?

Hermione Granger

Albus Dumbledore

Harry Potter

Lily Potter

J.K. Rowling said that Hermione Granger is the character from her "Harry Potter" books that is closest to her. This suggests that Rowling sees herself in Hermione's character traits, values, or experiences. Hermione is known for her intelligence, bravery, and determination, which may align with qualities that Rowling identifies with or admires in herself.

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You once binge-read the Harry Potter series under a blanket with a flashlight… but now someone challenges your actual J. K. Rowling knowledge—and you freeze. Was her first book Philosopher’s Stone or Sorcerer’s Stone? Was she always a writer, or did she have another job first? Panic sets in.... see more

This J. K. Rowling Trivia quiz is crafted to help fans, readers, and pop-culture junkies discover the real story behind the author who shaped a generation. From book facts and career history to controversies and lesser-known inspirations, this quiz doesn’t just test what you think you know—it reveals what you missed. Step up, Potterhead.
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2. J.K. Rowling was born where?

Beverly Villa, Hertfordshire

Chipping Sodbury, South Gloucestershire

Ivy Mansion, Hertfordshire

Magpie House, Gloucestershire

J.K. Rowling was born in Chipping Sodbury, South Gloucestershire.

Explanation

J.K. Rowling was born in Chipping Sodbury, South Gloucestershire.

3. J.K. Rowling has a degree in which subject?

Arts And Literature

French And Classics

Literature

She Has No Degree

J.K. Rowling does not have a degree in any subject.

Explanation

J.K. Rowling does not have a degree in any subject.

4. The plot of which book of the HP series had a massive flaw and took J.K. Rowling 3 months to fix?

Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban

Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire

Harry Potter And The Half Blood Prince

Harry Potter And The Philosopher's Stone

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5. Which council gave Rowling a grant to begin writing "Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets"?

Scottish Arts Council

Bloomsbury Council

Spanish Art Council

English Literary Council

The Scottish Arts Council gave Rowling a grant to begin writing "Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets". This suggests that the Scottish Arts Council recognized the potential and value of Rowling's work and provided her with financial support to continue her writing.

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6. According to J.K. Rowling, which novel has, "the best ever twist in literature"?

Jane Austen's "Emma"

Agatha Christie's "Jane Marple"

Agatha Christie's "Hercule Poirot"

Agatha Christie's "Cards On The Table"

According to J.K. Rowling, the novel with "the best ever twist in literature" is Jane Austen's "Emma".

Explanation

According to J.K. Rowling, the novel with "the best ever twist in literature" is Jane Austen's "Emma".

7. Where did J.K. Rowling start writing her first novel, "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone"?

New York

Britain

Portugal

Spain

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