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Books Quiz - Author - J K Rowling (Questions)

How well do you know J. K. Rowling and her magical worlds? Test your memory of her life, characters and stories in this specialist author quiz.

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Fascinating Fact:

The seven Harry Potter novels have sold over 600 million copies worldwide and are the best selling book series in history.

In Specialist Books, this quiz explores J. K. Rowling’s life, career and writing. You’ll revisit key details about her background, inspirations, major characters and how the Harry Potter series reshaped modern reading.

Key Terms

Fantasy series: A connected group of stories set in an imagined world with magic or supernatural events.
Protagonist: The main character that a story mostly follows, such as Harry Potter in Rowling’s books.
Pseudonym: A pen name an author uses instead of their real name, like Robert Galbraith for Rowling’s crime novels.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What kind of books did J. K. Rowling write?

J. K. Rowling is best known for the Harry Potter fantasy novels, but she has also written companion books, adult fiction and crime novels published under the name Robert Galbraith.

In what order should I read the Harry Potter books?

You should start with Philosopher’s Stone, then read each book in publication order through to Deathly Hallows so the story, characters and themes develop in the intended sequence.

Why is J. K. Rowling important in modern literature?

Rowling is important because her books encouraged millions of children and adults to read for pleasure, boosted interest in fantasy fiction and sparked huge discussions about themes like prejudice and power.

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What does the K stand for in J K Rowling?

[ ]	Katherine
[ ]	Kirstin
[ ]	Katrina
[ ]	Kathleen

In which English county was J K Rowling born?

[ ]	Gloucestershire
[ ]	Somerset
[ ]	Warwickshire
[ ]	Worcestershire

Who played Ron Weasley in the Harry Potter films based on J K Rowling's books?

[ ]	Rupert Grant
[ ]	Rupert Grent
[ ]	Rupert Grint
[ ]	Rupert Grunt

The Hogwarts Express, in the Harry Potter series, leaves from which London station?

[ ]	Euston
[ ]	Kings Cross
[ ]	Marylebone
[ ]	Paddington

In 1990 J K Rowling's mother died after a 10-year battle with which illness?

[ ]	Addison's disease
[ ]	Alzheimer's disease
[ ]	Motor neurone disease
[ ]	Multiple sclerosis

What is the title of the seventh and final book in the Harry Potter series - Harry Potter and...?

[ ]	The Deathly Hallows
[ ]	The Deathly Hedgehogs
[ ]	The Deathly Horseshoes
[ ]	The Deathly Nightshade

How was Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone retitled for release in the USA - Harry Potter and ...?

[ ]	The Alchemist's Stone
[ ]	The Magician's Stone
[ ]	The Sorcerer's Stone
[ ]	The Wizard's Stone

In the Harry Potter series, how many players are there in a Quidditch team?

[ ]	6
[ ]	7
[ ]	8
[ ]	9

In the Harry Potter series, what is Hagrid's first name?

[ ]	Rebus
[ ]	Reuben
[ ]	Rubeus
[ ]	Rubik

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After Richard Harris died in 2002, who took over the part of Dumbledore in the Harry Potter films?

[ ]	Michael Gambon
[ ]	Michael Gough
[ ]	Michael Kitchen
[ ]	Michael York

Books Quiz - Author - J K Rowling (Answers)

What does the K stand for in J K Rowling?

[ ]	Katherine
[ ]	Kirstin
[ ]	Katrina
[x]	Kathleen

Joanne has no middle name. Kathleen was her paternal grandmother’s name and was added at her publisher’s request who thought that initials, rather than a feminine name, would be more appealing to Harry Potter's target audience of young boys

In which English county was J K Rowling born?

[x]	Gloucestershire
[ ]	Somerset
[ ]	Warwickshire
[ ]	Worcestershire

She was born in Yate, 12 miles northeast of Bristol

Who played Ron Weasley in the Harry Potter films based on J K Rowling's books?

[ ]	Rupert Grant
[ ]	Rupert Grent
[x]	Rupert Grint
[ ]	Rupert Grunt

Rupert appeared in all eight Harry Potter films alongside Daniel Radcliffe as Harry and Emma Watson as Hermione

The Hogwarts Express, in the Harry Potter series, leaves from which London station?

[ ]	Euston
[x]	Kings Cross
[ ]	Marylebone
[ ]	Paddington

It leaves from platform nine and three quarters

In 1990 J K Rowling's mother died after a 10-year battle with which illness?

[ ]	Addison's disease
[ ]	Alzheimer's disease
[ ]	Motor neurone disease
[x]	Multiple sclerosis

Joanne helped to fund the Anne Rowling Regenerative Neurology Clinic in her mother's memory

What is the title of the seventh and final book in the Harry Potter series - Harry Potter and...?

[x]	The Deathly Hallows
[ ]	The Deathly Hedgehogs
[ ]	The Deathly Horseshoes
[ ]	The Deathly Nightshade

It tells the story of the final confrontation between Harry Potter and Lord Voldemort

How was Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone retitled for release in the USA - Harry Potter and ...?

[ ]	The Alchemist's Stone
[ ]	The Magician's Stone
[x]	The Sorcerer's Stone
[ ]	The Wizard's Stone

It was thought that an American audience would think the book was about philosophers rather than wizards with its original title!

In the Harry Potter series, how many players are there in a Quidditch team?

[ ]	6
[x]	7
[ ]	8
[ ]	9

One Keeper, two Beaters, three Chasers and one Seeker