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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is King George?
(a) The king of England.
(b) A parrot.
(c) A cat.
(d) A dog.

2. What insult does Matilda say to her mother?
(a) She tells her that she is ugly.
(b) She tells her that she is mean.
(c) She tells her she is horrid.
(d) She tells her she hates her.

3. Why does Mattie handle the bills and the exchange of money?
(a) Because Mattie enjoys it.
(b) Because her mother is unable to do the math.
(c) Because her mother thought that it would be a good way for Mattie to learn mathematical skills.
(d) Because her mother is too tired.

4. Matilda and her mother live above what type of business?
(a) A General Store.
(b) A Coffeehouse.
(c) A Blacksmith.
(d) A Shoemaker.

5. In what city does Chapter 1 take place?
(a) New York City.
(b) Washington D.C.
(c) Detroit.
(d) Philadelphia.

Short Answer Questions

1. Before Mattie's grandfather came to live with them what was his profession?

2. After reading Chapter 1 and Chapter 2 how would you characterize Matilda's relationship with her mother?

3. Why will Matilda's mother not allow Matilda to take Polly's family food?

4. Who is Polly?

5. What do Matilda and her mother argue about in this chapter?

(see the answer key)

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