Why did filch think Harry petrified Mrs Norris?

Mrs. Norris is a cat belonging to Hogwarts caretaker Argus Filch. Filch thinks that Harry is the one who Petrified her because he knows that Filch is a Squib (a non-magical person with magic parents).

Why was Mrs Norris petrified?

1992–1993 school year. Mrs Norris was the first victim of the Serpent of Slytherin when the Chamber of Secrets was re-opened in 1992. On Hallowe’en night, she was petrified by the basilisk when she saw its reflection in a puddle of water in front of the unused bathroom, in the second floor.

Why was Filch’s cat called Mrs Norris?

Mrs. Norris is a weird name for a cat. J.K. Rowling has stated that she named her after a character in Mansfield Park, but as usual, she’s not thinking hard enough about her own universe. For one thing, Jane Austen books — like all other non-wizard media — aren’t read much in the wizarding world.

What breed of cat is Mrs Norris?

According to Show Cats Online, Mrs. Norris was played by three Maine Coons, a breed of cat known for their fluffy hair.

Who petrified Hermione?

Penelope Clearwater — saw the Basilisk through her mirror; it is possible that Penelope is half-blooded and was only subject to an attack because she was there when the Basilisk petrified Hermione, a Muggle-born.

Who Killed Mrs Norris?

When she was attacked by the basilisk in 1992, Filch’s first thought was that she was dead, and he was understandably devastated. It is unknown what happened to Mrs Norris after the war. However, in the movie, it’s confirmed that she survived.

What is Filch’s cat’s name?

Mrs Norris
Filch owned a cat called Mrs Norris, a scrawny, dust-coloured creature with bulging, lamp-like eyes just like Filch’s. She patrolled the corridors alone. Break a rule in front of her, put just one toe out of line, and she’d whisk off for Filch, who’d appear, wheezing, two seconds later.

What House is Mr Filch?

Argus Filch
Affiliations	Hogwarts, Inquisitorial Squad
Hogwarts House	None
Wand	None
Special Abilities	No known special abilities

Who was the first person to be petrified by the Basilisk?

Nicholas de Mimsy-Porpington
Basilisk attacks

Victim	Circumstances
Colin Creevey	Saw the Basilisk through his camera; the Basilisk’s gaze also burned his camera’s film to a crisp.
Nicholas de Mimsy-Porpington	Saw the Basilisk directly, but as a ghost he could not die again, so thus was only Petrified.