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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8: The Trunchbull; Chapter 9: The Parents.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who does Trunchbull call a real pillar of our society?
(a) Matilda.
(b) Miss Honey.
(c) Margeret Thatcher.
(d) Mr. Wormwood.

3. What is the name of Matilda's brother?
(a) David.
(b) Neville.
(c) Michael.
(d) Paul.

4. What has Michael inherited from his father?
(a) His love of cars.
(b) His love of books.
(c) His love of crookery.
(d) His love of soccer.

5. What does Miss Trunchball say are hard to squash?
(a) Worms.
(b) Bumblebees.
(c) Bad boys.
(d) Bad girls.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mr. Workwood say it means if you have good strong hair?

2. From what point of view is the first chapter written in?

3. What author did Matilda travel to India with?

4. Where is Matilda's mother while Matilda is at the library?

5. Why does Matilda's father think it doesn't matter if you can do math or not?

(see the answer key)

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