View a FREE sample

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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Why does Matilda say she wants to eat her supper in the dining room?
(a) To read her book.
(b) To be alone.
(c) To talk to her brother.
(d) To watch the birds.

3. What kind of car is Matilda's father glad to buy?
(a) One with no sparkplug.
(b) With with flat tires.
(c) One with no engine.
(d) One with the gears worn out.

4. What is Miss Honey's first name?
(a) Susanna.
(b) Jane.
(c) Jenny.
(d) Petra.

5. Who is first on Matilda's list for revenge?
(a) Her mother.
(b) Her father.
(c) Mrs. Phelps.
(d) Her brother.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of cars does Matilda's father sell?

2. What does Mr. Wormwood use to turn back the numbers of the speedometer?

3. What kind of girls does Mrs. Wormwood say she is not in favor of?

4. What is Hortensia eating while she talks to Matilda and Lavender?

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

(see the answer key)

This section contains 241 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample