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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 does Dahl say teachers have to listen to from proud parents?
(a) Twaddle.
(b) Lies.
(c) Spew.
(d) Waddle.

2. Complete the following sentence - "even when your own child is a disgusting little..."
(a) Spot.
(b) Blister.
(c) Eyeball.
(d) Scab.

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

4. What is the difference between how most parents talk about their children and how Matilda's parents talk about Matilda?
(a) They say she is stupid.
(b) They say she can't watch TV.
(c) They say she is beautiful every day.
(d) They say she is genuis.

5. What is the name of the village's librarian?
(a) Mrs. Thomas.
(b) Mr. Jackson.
(c) Mrs. Phelps.
(d) Miss Honey.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the title of chapter two?

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

3. What kind of jackets does Matilda's father like wearing?

4. Who is first on Matilda's list for revenge?

5. What author did Matilda travel to India with?

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