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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8: The Trunchbull; Chapter 9: The Parents.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Mr. Wormwood use to turn back the numbers of the speedometer?
(a) A drill.
(b) A screwdriver.
(c) A crank.
(d) A conveyor belt.

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

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

5. What did Matilda's parents call her rather than congratulating her for her speech abilities?
(a) A random number.
(b) A chatterbox.
(c) A looney tune.
(d) A foolish little girl.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Miss Trunchbull believe Matilda is a difficult child?

2. What does Matilda use to get her father's hat off of the hat stand?

3. What was Mr. Wormwood's face as dark as when he arrives back from work in the Ghost chapter?

4. What is Mrs. Wormwood's hair the same silvery color as?

5. What do Matilda's think is in the house when they can't find anyone?

(see the answer key)

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