Re: Friendship (1/2)
(Anonymous)
In some ways, Hermione IS more aware of the other kids than Harry and Ron - so I think she did interact with others whenever she was in those classes the boys didn't take.
But Harry was pretty oblivious to everyone's existence until the DA. I remember being amazed that Hermione had to tell Harry the Slytherin boy's name in the library (Nott). Harry had been to almost 5 years of Potions classes with that kid and had no idea of his name. Especially telling since it seems most 'probable' that he was the same kid whom Harry noticed at the beginning of the year that could see Thestrals - yet he never bothers to ask his name until he sees him talking to Draco.
Alternatively, Hermione's self-value seems wrapped up entirely in her 'smarts'. The idea of 'pretty girls' makes her quite defensive (hence her dislike of Fleur, who may not have been as much of a challenge in the Tri-Wizard as Cedric, but yet whom must have been one of the 'best' Beaubatons had to offer) And remember her 'boggart' - the fear of failing ALL her classes and her reaction to Harry's sudden improvement in NEWT Potions? Hermione might have associated with Ravenclaws, but I doubt she liked to admit anyone might be her equal in intelligence. I can't imagine that her attitude would win her many friends in Ravenclaw. -- Hwyla
But Harry was pretty oblivious to everyone's existence until the DA. I remember being amazed that Hermione had to tell Harry the Slytherin boy's name in the library (Nott). Harry had been to almost 5 years of Potions classes with that kid and had no idea of his name. Especially telling since it seems most 'probable' that he was the same kid whom Harry noticed at the beginning of the year that could see Thestrals - yet he never bothers to ask his name until he sees him talking to Draco.
Alternatively, Hermione's self-value seems wrapped up entirely in her 'smarts'. The idea of 'pretty girls' makes her quite defensive (hence her dislike of Fleur, who may not have been as much of a challenge in the Tri-Wizard as Cedric, but yet whom must have been one of the 'best' Beaubatons had to offer) And remember her 'boggart' - the fear of failing ALL her classes and her reaction to Harry's sudden improvement in NEWT Potions? Hermione might have associated with Ravenclaws, but I doubt she liked to admit anyone might be her equal in intelligence. I can't imagine that her attitude would win her many friends in Ravenclaw. -- Hwyla