"Oh, you may not think I'm pretty, but don't judge on what you see,

I'll eat myself if you can find a smarter hat than me.

You can keep your bowlers black, your top hats sleek and tall,

For I'm the Hogwarts Sorting Hat and I can cap them all.

There's nothing hidden in your head The Sorting Hat can't see,

So try me on and I will tell you Where you ought to be.

You might belong in Gryffindor, Where dwell the brave at heart,

Their daring, nerve and chivalry, set Gryffindors apart;

You might belong in Hufflepuff where they are just and loyal,

Those patient Hufflepuffs are true, and unafraid of toil;

Or yet in wise old Ravenclaw, if you've a ready mind,

Where those of wit and learning, will always find their kind;

Or perhaps in Slytherin, you'll make your real friends,

Those cunning folk use any means, to achieve their ends.

So put me on! Don't be afraid! And don't get in a flap!

You're in safe hands (though I have none) for I'm a Thinking Cap!"

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You are escorted to a lone, simple stool at the front of the great hall, seated in front of the staff table. Across from you sits rows of tables and the student body staring back, sitting in anticipation for your big moment. The Sorting Hat is placed on your head, and begins to do its job:

DIRECTIONS

Please use the code below to copy and paste as your reply. Fill out the questionnaire and post your response. The Sorting Hat will assess your full response to decide which house is a best fit for your journey ahead. Good luck! And welcome to Hogwarts. *Note: Please remember to remove the asterisks * from your reply.