Matilda Chapter 1 - 10 flashcard

Front

What event in Chapter 5 helped calm Matilda's parents?

Back

The parrot-in-the-chimney affair cooled both Matilda's parents down for more than 1 week.

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Did Miss Honey believe that Mr and Mrs Wormwood had overestimated Matilda's talents?

Back

FALSE

Front

What is a key characteristic of Matilda?

Back

She is very smart.

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Why did Mr. Wormwood tear up Matilda's library book?

Back

He was in a bad mood.

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Which of the following was NOT mentioned as one of Matilda's talents?

Back

Studying books of law.

Front

What type of books does Matilda enjoy reading?

Back

Long adult novels by Charles Dickens and Ernest Hemingway.

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How does Matilda's intelligence compare to her parents'?

Back

Matilda is much smarter than her parents.

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What does Matilda's father do for a living?

Back

He is a used car dealer.

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How does Matilda's mother treat her?

Back

She is neglectful and does not appreciate Matilda's intelligence.

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What is Matilda's relationship with Miss Honey?

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Miss Honey is Matilda's kind and supportive teacher.