During the Defense Against the Dark Arts class, Professor Umbridge replaced everyone's original textbooks with newly printed books from the Ministry of Magic. Harry frowned at the books, which were filled entirely with theoretical knowledge, while Professor Umbridge's sharp, sweet-sounding voice tortured everyone in the room.
"This year, you will be taking your O.W.L. exams. Study hard, and you will be rewarded. Fail to do so, and the consequences will be severe. Instruction in this subject has been utterly haphazard in the past, but from now on, you will learn a carefully structured Defense Against the Dark Arts curriculum approved by the Ministry of Magic."
Hermione raised her hand. "But the book doesn't mention the use of any defensive spells at all."
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