Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone

Why did Harry's heart leap when he learned that Mrs. Figgs broke her leg?

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Every year when Dudley's parents took him out to celebrate his birthday, Harry was left behind with Mrs. Figg. The fact that Mrs. Figg had broken her leg meant that Harry would be able to go with, thus, "Harry's heart gave a leap."

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Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, pg. 22

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