Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone - Chapter 4: The Keeper of the Keys

Key Events

Mysterious Knock: Dudley wakes up to a loud knocking. Uncle Vernon enters with a rifle, shouting at the door.
Entry of a Giant: The door crashes open, revealing a giant man with a wild mane of hair and beard. He identifies Harry and acknowledges his birthday.
Introduction of Hagrid: The giant introduces himself as Rubeus Hagrid, Keeper of Keys and Grounds at Hogwarts.
Harry's Birthday Gift: Hagrid presents Harry with a birthday cake.

Harry's Parentage: Hagrid informs Harry that he is a wizard and that his parents were famous in the wizarding world.
Vernon's Reaction: Uncle Vernon opposes revealing the truth to Harry but is overpowered by Hagrid.
Hogwarts Acceptance: Harry receives his acceptance letter to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

Rubeus Hagrid: Keeper of Keys and Grounds at Hogwarts, introducing the magical world to Harry.
The Dursleys: Harry’s aunt, uncle, and cousin, who have kept his wizarding heritage a secret.

Hagrid’s Magic: Demonstrates magic by bending Uncle Vernon's rifle and conjuring a fire.
Use of Magic: Hagrid accidentally gives Dudley a pig tail while attempting to turn him into a pig.

Voldemort: Mention of a dark wizard who killed Harry’s parents and tried to kill Harry.
Harry's Survival: Hagrid explains that Harry is famous for surviving a killing curse from Voldemort.

Reason for Expulsion: Hagrid hints at being expelled from Hogwarts but doesn't disclose details.
Dumbledore's Support: Dumbledore allowed Hagrid to stay on as gamekeeper despite the expulsion.

Preparing for Hogwarts: Hagrid plans to take Harry to buy school supplies.
Hagrid's Care: Hagrid offers his coat for Harry to sleep under, indicating care for Harry's well-being.

Identity and Belonging: Harry learns about his identity as a wizard and his place at Hogwarts.
Mystery and Adventure: The chapter sets up the mystery surrounding Harry's past and his future at Hogwarts.