Multiple choice What does Dumbledore tell Harry he saw in the mirror of erised? Himself defeating Voldemort His brother and sister Woolen socks Gryffindor winning the house cup Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself C Correct answer Explanation In the first book, Dumbledore tells Harry that he sees himself holding a pair of thick, woolen socks, claiming one can never have enough socks. This is a humorous deflection from his true desires.