How we cite our quotes: All quotations are from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone.
Quote #1
HARRY: They're my letters! Let go of me!
This is a big step in Harry's growth. Having spent his whole life as an obedient doormat, he's finally given something special just for him. He's willing to assert himself over his much larger uncle—and take a step towards making his own decisions—by fighting for it.
Quote #2
HAGRID: It's not every day that your young man turns eleven, now is it?
It's no mistake that Harry receives his invitation to Hogwarts on his eleventh birthday
Quote #3
HAGRID: You're a wizard, Harry.
HARRY: I—I'm a what?
HAGRID: A wizard. And a thumping good one at that, I'd wager. Once you train up a little.
HARRY: No, you've made a mistake. I can't be...a-a wizard. I mean, I'm just... Harry. Just Harry.
HAGRID: Well, Just Harry, did you ever make anything happen? Anything you couldn't explain when you were angry or scared? Ah.
A big part of coming of age is realizing what you're capable of, and understanding that the things you think make you freakish are actually wonderful and extraordinary. In this case, Harry just needs a little push.