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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 color tie does Mr. Wormwood wear in this chapter?
(a) A blue tie.
(b) A purple tie.
(c) A yellow tie.
(d) A green tie.

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

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Matilda's father say he has in his head?

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

3. What is the title of the only book in Matilda's house?

4. Who wrote the Red Pony?

5. Where is Matilda's mother while Matilda is at the library?

(see the answer key)

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