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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13: The Weekly Test.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the title of chapter thirteen?
(a) You Can't Spell.
(b) Please Me.
(c) The Weekly Test.
(d) Listen to Me.

2. Why does Matilda think being in the school is like being in a cage with a cobra?
(a) You have to be very fast on your feet.
(b) You have to constantly keep your grip on the cobra.
(c) You have to keep very still.
(d) You have to learn to behave quickly.

3. What writer does Matilda tell her father was bald?
(a) John Steinbeck.
(b) Christopher Marlowe.
(c) Charles Dickens.
(d) William Shakespeare.

4. Who teaches Matilda's class in chapter thirteen?
(a) Miss Trunchbull.
(b) Miss Honey.
(c) Lavender.
(d) Matilda.

5. What standard does Miss Honey think Matilda could get to in a few years time with the right coaching?
(a) Business school standard.
(b) University standard.
(c) A-level standard.
(d) High school standard.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mrs. Wormwood tell Matilda she will learn when she is older?

2. What was Julius Rottwinkle eating during scripture lessons?

3. What kind of car is Matilda's father glad to buy?

4. What does Miss Trunchbull inspect before the start of the lesson?

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

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