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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5: Arithmetic; Chapter 6: The Platinum-Blond Man.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who does Matilda's father say will be joining him in his business?
(a) Miss Trunchball.
(b) Matilda.
(c) Mrs. Wormwood.
(d) Michael.

3. How does Matilda's father get the hat off of his head?
(a) He pulls it off.
(b) He burns it off.
(c) He cuts it off.
(d) He has an operation.

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

5. What does the author say Mr. Wormwood looks like in his loud suit?
(a) A member of the paparazzi.
(b) A high-class pimp.
(c) A low-grade bookmaker.
(d) An Italian operatic singer on hoilday.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the author say Matilda's parents think of her as?

2. What color does the author say is now Mr. Wormwood's hair?

3. What has Michael inherited from his father?

4. What color tie does Mr. Wormwood wear in this chapter?

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

(see the answer key)

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