Seventh Years: Lesson Four

Professor Nakamura was always excited to teach astronomy, but he was a bit more excited that evening. He thought they were finally getting to the true depths of astronomy and its fascinations. He greeted the students as they entered, giving them each a friendly smile. He knew in his schooling teachers weren’t often friendly, and he had the opinion that it made a difference. “The edge of the universe,” Professor Nakamura began, speaking in a serious tone, “is something we know little about. Is the universe still expanding? How will the universe end? In a reverse big bang? These are questions posed, but we have no clear answers.” Professor Nakamura paused dramatically, then continued on.

“Galaxies - massive collections of dust, gas, planets, and stars – seem to be formed in groups or clusters. They come in a variety of forms and tend to have a larger cluster of celestial bodies in the centre. These centres often have solar systems, including planets and stars. During the planet’s orbits we often get eclipses. Does anyone remember the difference between solar and lunar eclipses?” Professor Nakamura asked, checking if the class was still paying attention. He chose a student who raised their hand, then nodded when they got the answer right. “Moving on, it’s interesting to note that hundreds of years ago, as previously mentioned, the earth was thought to be the centre of the universe. Something to think about, to consider what we still have to learn about our universe.”

“Now, that’s us for this evening but please, next week, remember to bring your wands. No homework, but keep revising. It’s important if you want to pass your NEWTs,” Professor Nakamura told them all, dismissing them for the evening.

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Aurora was still in some shock about what she’d learnt, but it was funny how life just continued. Her dad didn’t seem too annoyed by it, and was at least around to be able to help Rosie whenever Aurora couldn’t. She knew she was being over-protective, but Aurora couldn’t help it. She came in from the quidditch pitch and began getting herself ready for the day ahead, making sure she had her notes and books, and homework, everything that she would need for the day ahead and then she headed out of the dorm and to her first class of the day.

Aurora walked into the astronomy classroom and took her usual spot in the room. Her gaze moved towards the professor at the front of the class as the professor got started. She took o ut her notes and books and began writing down what was being said by the professor, tryin gher best to get down the important things being said about galaxies and the beginning of the universe. She then was surprised that the lesson was ended not long. She made a note of what she would need to bring for the next lesson and then headed out of the room.