Matilda (novel) | Short Essay Assignments

Short Essay Questions

The 60 short essay questions listed in this section require a one to two sentence answer. They ask students to demonstrate a deeper understanding of the text. Students must describe what they've read, rather than just recall it.

Short Essay Question - Chapter 1: The Reader of Books

1. What does Dahl say parents usually think of their children?

2. How do teacher get their revenge on parents?

3. How are Matilda's parents different to most parents?

4. How do Matilda"s parents treat her brother differently to how they treat her?

5. How does Matilda learn to read?

6. How does Matilda react to the librarian claims that Matilda is not an ordinary child?

Short Essay Question - Chapter 2: Mr. Wormwood, the Great Car...
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