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METHODS ANALYSIS

By now, you’ve studied several different methods of divination and have likely developed your own preferred style and favorite method. In this task, you’ll be asked to compare the various methods, analyzing each for its benefits and drawbacks.

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Assignment 

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Review the divination methods listed below using the 1st-4th lessons and/or Symbology for Seers, then complete one of the following options: 60 points

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  • Theriomancy

  • Scrying

  • Cleromancy

  • Chartomancy

  • Tasseomancy

  • Somatomancy

  • Oneiromancy

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Option A

Create a presentation with an overview of each method along with its benefits and drawbacks. Describe the type of situation aligned to each method. You may use a presentation program of your choice, such as Google Slides or Prezi.

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Option B

Write an essay comparing and contrasting these methods, discussing each method’s benefits and drawbacks. Your essay should be approximately 400-500 words and should include your recommendations for when to use each method.

ABOUT PROFESSOR Isabella

A Ravenclaw Alumna, Isabella has been a member of myHogwarts since Year 48. Graduating in Year 57, she served as a Prefect, a Quidditch Captain and a Head Student during her student years. As an Alumni, you can find her gazing at crystal balls or looking at tarot cards to see if something major or minor is about to happen. However, given that her true nature lies with the Department of Mysteries, where she works as an Unspeakable, no one shall ever know what she sees. Apart from the aforementioned positions, Isabella also works as a Mugwump, a Book Duster in the Hogwarts Library, a Co-Curator in the Godric's Hollow Museum, a Duelling Referee, a Quidditch Assistant, a DMLE Officer and a Quibbler Reporter.

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