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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2: Mr. Wormwood, the Great Car Dealer.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of jackets does Matilda's father like wearing?
(a) Cordroy Jackets.
(b) Colorful checked jackets.
(c) Black and white striped jackets.
(d) Sport jackets.

2. What does Mr. Wormwood use to turn back the numbers of the speedometer?
(a) A crank.
(b) A screwdriver.
(c) A drill.
(d) A conveyor belt.

3. What two authors does Matilda say her parents should read to learn more about life?
(a) Smith and Jones.
(b) Dickens and Kipling.
(c) Conrad and Selby Jr.
(d) Elliott and Seymour.

4. What is Matilda's surname?
(a) Honey.
(b) Wormwood.
(c) Petersen.
(d) Jones.

5. Who does Matilda's father say will be joining him in his business?
(a) Matilda.
(b) Miss Trunchball.
(c) Michael.
(d) Mrs. Wormwood.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Matilda's father get his sawdust from?

2. What kind of cars does Matilda's father sell?

3. What is the name of Matilda's brother?

4. Why does Matilda say she wants to eat her supper in the dining room?

5. What has Michael inherited from his father?

(see the answer key)

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