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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5: Arithmetic; Chapter 6: The Platinum-Blond Man.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the title of chapter two?
(a) The Hat and the Superglue.
(b) The Hair Dye.
(c) The Pied Piper.
(d) Mr. Wormwood the Great Car Dealer.

2. What do Matilda's think is in the house when they can't find anyone?
(a) An angel.
(b) A ghost.
(c) A murderer.
(d) A ghoul.

3. What did Matilda's parents call her rather than congratulating her for her speech abilities?
(a) A chatterbox.
(b) A random number.
(c) A looney tune.
(d) A foolish little girl.

4. What does Mr. Workwood say it means if you have good strong hair?
(a) You have lots of money.
(b) You have a good strong brain.
(c) You are in strong health.
(d) You have a happy life.

5. What does Matilda's father do for a living?
(a) A car salesman.
(b) A gardener.
(c) A doctor.
(d) A garbage collector.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Matilda's father say will be joining him in his business?

2. What does Matilda's father do with the sawdust?

3. What is the title of the only book in Matilda's house?

4. What does the author say Mr. Wormwood looks like in his loud suit?

5. What does Matilda teach herself by the age of three?

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