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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 21: A New Home.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who wrote the Red Pony?
(a) Henry Miller.
(b) Andrew Miller.
(c) Paul Auster.
(d) John Steinbeck.

2. How does Nigel try to revive Miss Trunchbull?
(a) He shakes her.
(b) He pours water over her head.
(c) He slaps her.
(d) He puts the newt on her face.

3. What is Mrs. Wormwood watching on TV?
(a) A soap opera.
(b) A reality show.
(c) A quiz show.
(d) The news.

4. What is the color of the pitcher that Miss Trunchbull pours water from?
(a) Purple.
(b) Red.
(c) Orange.
(d) Blue.

5. How does Miss Honey make sure Matilda does not get bored from school?
(a) She teaches Matilda after school.
(b) She gives her higher level books to read.
(c) She gets Matilda to teach the other children.
(d) She pays for a private tutor.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Trunchbull claim Bruce stole from the kitchen?

2. What does Matilda refuse to promise for Miss Honey?

3. What author did Matilda travel to India with?

4. What does the author say Miss Honey's sitting room is as bare as?

5. Who is the only member of Matilda's family who waves goodbye?

(see the answer key)

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