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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2: Mr. Wormwood, the Great Car Dealer.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. What material does Matilda's father say is the secret to his success?
(a) Hair dye.
(b) Sawdust.
(c) Bread crumbs.
(d) Cotton wool.

4. What is Matilda's surname?
(a) Jones.
(b) Honey.
(c) Wormwood.
(d) Petersen.

5. What is the name of Matilda's brother?
(a) Neville.
(b) Paul.
(c) Michael.
(d) David.

Short Answer Questions

1. From what point of view is the first chapter written in?

2. What book does the librarian suggest Matilda reads as her first adult book?

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

4. Where does Matilda's father get his sawdust from?

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

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