Matilda Chapter 22 Quiz

What is the main idea of Chapter 22 in "Matilda"?

• Matilda learns a new magic trick.

• Matilda uses her powers to help Miss Honey.

• Miss Trunchbull gives Matilda a prize.

• Matilda goes on a holiday.

Which event happens first in Chapter 22?

• Matilda talks to Miss Honey about her plan.

• Miss Trunchbull visits the classroom.

• Matilda practises moving objects with her mind.

• The students play outside.

How would you describe Matilda’s character in this chapter?

• Shy and quiet

• Brave and clever

• Mean and rude

• Lazy and bored

What does Matilda do to help Miss Honey?

• She tells the police about Miss Trunchbull.

• She uses her powers to scare Miss Trunchbull.

• She writes a letter to Miss Honey’s parents.

• She gives Miss Honey a present.

What can you infer about Miss Trunchbull from her actions in this chapter?

• She is kind and caring.

• She is strict and frightening.

• She is funny and playful.

• She is forgetful and clumsy.

What does the word “astonished” mean as used in the chapter?

• Angry

• Surprised

• Tired

• Bored

Which of these best summarises the key events of Chapter 22?

• Matilda gets a new book and reads it.

• Matilda and Miss Honey make a plan, and Matilda uses her powers to help.

• Miss Trunchbull gives everyone homework.

• The students have a sports day.

What is the correct order of these events? 1. Matilda practises her powers. 2. Matilda talks to Miss Honey. 3. Matilda uses her powers in front of Miss Trunchbull.

• 2, 1, 3

• 1, 2, 3

• 3, 2, 1

• 2, 3, 1

Which word from the chapter means “to move something without touching it”?

• Telekinesis

• Telepathy

• Teleportation

• Telephone

How does Miss Honey feel after Matilda helps her?

• Angry

• Relieved

• Confused

• Jealous