Matilda Chapter One

Why does Matilda scare her parents with the parrot?

• She saw it in a movie once

• She was bored

• She loves practical jokes

• As punishment for her father ripping up her library book

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Which statement best describes the atmosphere in Miss Honey's class after Rupert's punishment ?

• All atmosphere had fearful memories and a hypnotizing effect.

• All the atmosphere was scary.

• Atmosphere was tense

• Atmosphere was aggressive.

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Miss Trunchbull role at the start of the class was an observer . What sort of role was she playing during the class and at the end of the class ?

• Holy Terror

• Snake

• Saint

• Devotee

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Who was visiting Miss Honey's class ?

• Miss Honey

• Miss Trunchbull

• Mr. Wormwood

• Mrs Wormwood

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Miss Trunchbull mentioned Matilda's father as a___________.

• Crook

• Theif

• Judge

• Liar

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Read the following line from the story:

"Matilda longed for her parents to be good and loving and understanding and honourable and intelligent."

What is the meaning of "longed" in this context?

• lengthen

• desired

• improve

• exaggerate

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Why did Mr. Wormwood's face turn "dark red" in the chapter, "Arithmetic"?

• He was getting very hot from wearing his obnoxious suit.

• Matilda executed one of her tricks on him.

• Matilda stated the exact profit he made that day.

• Michael was not keeping up with the numbers he provided.

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Why did Mr. Wormwood make lots of noise when he entered the room during breakfast?

• He dyed his hair blond by accident.

• He was very angry with Matilda.

• He is always angry until he eats his breakfast.

• It is a habit.

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What was the cause of Matilda dyeing Mr. Wormwood's hair?

• Mr. Wormwood accused Matilda of cheating.

• Ms. Wormwood didn't make dinner because she went to play bingo.

• Matilda did not pay attention to the TV.

• Mr. Wormwood was going to be dishonest at the car dealership.

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What is the main reason Matilda's parents are portrayed negatively in Chapter One?

• They are overly strict and controlling

• They are neglectful and dismissive

• They are too lenient and indulgent

• They are overly protective

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