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i was talking to a teacher yesterday about tgg and he said that everyone was white, but i disagreed and said jay was a poc. so im asking you folks—
Was Jay Gatsby a poc?
Yes
No
Voting ended onJun 19
imo he was just white-passing but idk
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i was talking to a teacher yesterday about tgg and he said that everyone was white, but i disagreed and said jay was a poc. so im asking you folks—
Was Jay Gatsby a poc?
Yes
No
imo he was just white-passing but idk
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What Readers Learned from "The Other Minister"
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What Readers Learned from "The Other Minister"
One of the many debated and discussed topics among fans of Harry Potter is what parts of the books the movies left out that we missed the most. What did we learn from those moments that the movies didn’t allow us to be privy to? What changes do we wish would have stayed the same? One of those book moments that did not make the cut for the movies is the very first chapter of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, titled “The Other Minister.” Let’s explore seven things readers learned in the chapter that moviegoers missed out on.
In this chapter, readers are introduced to the Muggle Prime Minister, who reflects on his encounters with what he terms the “Other Minister,” otherwise known as the Minister of Magic. He recounts their first meeting when he learned about the existence of the magical community. His recollections span from learning about the existence of Azkaban and its breakouts to He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named, dragons, and a sphinx. The chapter concludes as the Prime Minister learns from the “Other Minister,” Cornelius Fudge, that the recent disturbances in his community are caused by wizards and that there is now a new “Other Minister.”
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Permanent Coughing Correspondence
Located in the far corner of the Prime Minister’s room is a painting depicting a “froglike little man wearing a long silver wig” (HBP 1). This painting, presumably stuck to the wall with a Permanent Sticking Charm, is used to correspond and to arrange and announce meetings between the Muggle Prime Minister and the Minister of Magic.
Rearrangements
Readers discover that the Ministry of Magic has the ability to rearrange the schedule of the Muggle Prime Minister. This is revealed when the portrait informs the Muggle Prime Minister that a phone call will be rearranged for the following night instead.
Networking
The Muggle Prime Minister’s fireplace is connected to the Floo Network, allowing wizards to travel through it. At times, the wizards emerging from the fire are described as doing so in a manner of bouncing, erupting, and materializing.
A Magical Briefing
Upon assuming the position of Prime Minister, the holder of office will soon find themselves unexpectedly meeting with the Minister of Magic, who promptly briefs them on the existence of the wizarding world and its associated elements. As Fudge, the Minister of Magic in this chapter, points out, the Muggle Prime Minister would be hesitant to disclose anything for fear of not being believed.
A Cup of Rodent
The gerbil belonging to the Prime Minister’s niece was in fact once a teacup belonging to him.
Import Notifications
The Department for the Regulation and Control of Magical Creatures mandates that the Muggle Prime Minister be informed in the event that creatures considered highly dangerous, such as dragons or sphinxes, are imported into the country.
The Truth
The Muggle Prime Minister will, on occasion, become aware of events caused by the wizarding world that affect the Muggle population. These events often appear different or are presented through an altered lens to the Muggle population. Despite knowing the true nature of the events, the Muggle Prime Minister is unable to convey the truth to the public. In one instance, a bridge collapsed, leading the Muggle population to blame their government, when in reality, the collapse occurred as a result of a targeted attack by Dark wizards on Muggles.
With the Harry Potter TV show in the works, one can hope that this enlightening chapter from the book will be included and brought to life on screen. Until then, let’s discuss your favorite moment or piece of information from the chapter. Alternatively, share with us your casting choices for the roles of the Muggle Prime Minister or Herbert Chorley.
today i learned that jaime lannister raped cersei lannister in the show, now i understand the weird look in my friend’s eyes when i say that the abusive one in the relationship is cersei.
i can't wait for Winds to come i especially cant wait to see what my two favorites (jon and arya) are going to be doing and how their relationship might develop. Do you think the realization and how they are going to deal with it is going to come in winds or A Dream of Spring.
Curious to know what you think and what your looking foward to.
Hey? Sorry for answering so late. I have been out of the ASoIaF Fandom for a while, and with that said, I can assure you that I dont remember quite everything so clearly but I will try my best.
"How their relationship might develop?"
I believe if it ends to be a romantic one, it will take time. Kind slow burn and mutual pining with tons of angst, not Just because of their feelings, but also It can Actually develop during the war against the Others, or who knows? Against Cercei? I can see Jon developing romantic feelings much easier and faster after what we have seen in the last book, while Arya would be like.... take time to return It, and be self cricticizing every single minute for feeling this kind of love with her brother. She has a moral Compass that is way stronger than Jon's. I cant see her taking It lightly.
"In wich book will be like, end canonic or not?"
A Dream of Spring, near the end of the series when Arya's on her 16-17.
I believe they will meet again/reunite in the end of Winds, or a bit after the middle when Arya would be near 15. After this they will have many things to do. The war, the tragedy, Daenerys, Young Griff, Cercei, the Winter. Basically It is kind when they will develop their feelings and have many hints/foreshadows, but nothing so serious or much clear.
"What am I looking forward to?"
I really want tension in the next few books, socially, diplomatically and politically speaking. I want something real. With struggles, and grey morals during decision making. I dont believe the Starks will reunite and be all "friends forever and ever". I believe Bran'll want the crown, Sansa has her own agenda, I dont see Sansa and Arya getting along so easily, they have many things to work out, as GRRM said himself. I dont believe Rickon will recognize any of them but Bran, after all, he was just a baby when everything fell down. I can see Arya being crowned Queen in the Trident, but later when she meets Bran or Jon, she is most like to pass the crown ahead. For wich brother, Idk.
I really want Arya and Dany becoming friends or maybe something else (I am more into Daenarya nowadays), but I cant see neither of them becoming friends in just a day. They are prideful of their houses. Probably will take time untill both can trust each other. Basically tension, but with admiration as well. They are too alike, and have similar opinions and experiences to not adimire each other.
The direwolves?
I believe it is possible Arya can meet Jon while warging Nymeria way before she meets him eye-to-eye, face to face. But this is my opinion only. This happend before, that she saw Catelyn and took her mother's body out of the water, so it is possible. I dont believe Nymeria or Summer will die, but I am afraid that Ghost or Shaggydog actually can. As we are talking about George KRIFFING Martin that likes to kill everyone and everything, this isnt out of the table. (If a dragon, or a direwolf die, I am really capable of leaving the series forever and making fanfics canon rent free in my mind)
So I've been re-reading the Gossip Girl novels and here's a thought. Serena and Blair are both in love with Nate. Nate is in love with both of them. Blair and Serena love each other and have hooked up multiple times. The entire novel series is centered around this love triangle, and Nate being the one in the middle always having to choose. Anyone who knows me can see where I'm going with this.
Poly relationships are a valid lifestyle choice. Just saying.
Daily reminder: Jon Snow died for Arya