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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 15: The Second Miracle.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Matilda's father think it doesn't matter if you can do math or not?
(a) People can use calculators.
(b) Math is not part of real life.
(c) Math is too boring to bother with.
(d) Girls don't need it when they get married.

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

3. Why does Miss Trunchbull think Miss Honey wants to move Matilda into another class?
(a) She wants Matilda to be a genuis.
(b) She wants to get a promotion.
(c) She wants to get rid of her.
(d) She wants to look good.

4. What is the name of Mrs. Trunchbull's lock in cupboard?
(a) The Thimble.
(b) The Chokey.
(c) The Jimbo.
(d) The Pokey.

5. What is the title of chapter thirteen?
(a) You Can't Spell.
(b) Listen to Me.
(c) The Weekly Test.
(d) Please Me.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hortensia say is the one thing Miss Trunchbull on girls?

2. What was Julius Rottwinkle eating during scripture lessons?

3. What color does Mrs. Wormwood dye her hair?

4. What author did Matilda travel to Africa with?

5. What does it feel like is shooting from Matilda's eyes?

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