There will be no foolish wand-waving or silly incantations in this class. As such, I don't...

Professor Severus Snape: There will be no foolish wand-waving or silly incantations in this class. As such, I don't expect many of you to appreciate the subtle science and exact art that is potion-making. However, for those select few... [stares at Draco Malfoy] Professor Severus Snape: Who possess, the predisposition... I can teach you how to bewitch the mind and ensnare the senses. I can tell you how to bottle fame, brew glory, and even put a stopper in death. [notices Harry scribbling on his paper] Professor Severus Snape: Then again, maybe some of you have come to Hogwarts in possession of abilities so formidable that you feel confident enough to not pay attention! [steps over to Harry] Professor Severus Snape: Mister Potter. Our new celebrity.

There will be no foolish wand-waving or silly incantations in this class. As such, I don't expect many of you to appreciate... ...the subtle science and exact art that is potion-making. However, for those select few... ...who possess the predisposition... ...I can teach you how to bewitch the mind... ...and ensnare the senses. I can tell you how to bottle fame... ...brew glory and even put a stopper in death. Then again, maybe some of you have come to Hogwarts with abilities... ...so formidable that you feel confident enough... ...to not pay attention. Mr. Potter. Our new celebrity. What would I get if I added root of asphodel to an infusion of wormwood? You don't know? Let's try again. Where would you look if I asked you to find a bezoar? I don't know, sir. SNAPE: What is the difference between monkshood and wolfsbane? I don't know, sir.