Aug 1, 2015 · Is there any canon information about Snape's O.W.L. scores? There was something mentioned that he did write "twice as much" as the other students during his Defence Against the Dark Arts O.W.L. exam, but that's all I remember.

Professor Severus Snape remarked in 1996 that Vincent Crabbe and Gregory Goyle needed to pass their Defence Against the Dark Arts O.W.L.s, and that he gave them detention for this.

Jul 11, 2017 · These distinctions are clearer when put into action, as when Snape graded the fifth-year potions essay on Moonstone as if it was part of the O.W.L. exam (OP15). When he handed them back, he said most of the class “would have failed” their O.W.L. exams.

Nov 2, 2023 · Hermione earned ten O.W.L.s and was considered the best in her year. Percy and Crouch Jr both got 12, so 10-12 seem reasonable for both Snape and James. They are both talented, but Snape is obviously a prodigy in at least two subjects (Potions and DADA, plus Occlumency though that’s not a class).

Professor Severus Snape (9 January 1960 [1] – 2 May 1998) [2] was an English half-blood [3] wizard serving as Potions Master (1981-1996), Head of Slytherin House (1981-1997), Defence Against the Dark Arts professor (1996-1997), and Headmaster (1997-1998) of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry as well as a member of the Order of the Phoeni...

Feb 26, 2022 · In the same book, Harry, viewing one of Professor Snape's memories, sees the Marauders (Sirius Black, Remus Lupin, Peter Pettigrew, and his own father) at the end of their Defence Against the Dark Arts OWL.

Snape is a sinister and malicious teacher who makes frequent snide and disparaging remarks at Harry's expense. He quickly becomes the primary antagonist of the book, as Harry suspects him of plotting to steal the Philosopher's Stone, and of attempting to kill him.

Jun 14, 2020 · During OotP, Snape had no idea he wouldn't be teaching Potions during Harry's 6th year - a passing grade for Harry would mean being done with him, since Harry wasn't likely to get an O on his Potions OWL.

An Ordinary Wizarding Level (often abbreviated O.W.L.) is a subject-specific test taken during Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry students' fifth year, administrated by the Wizarding Examinations Authority.

Mar 13, 2024 · Students who don't compromise on their scores have stronger will and are more likely to survive the battle. And Snape had always wanted a job as a Defense Against the Dark Arts professor. Although Snape has no attachment …