Matilda by Roald Dahl
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What is the name of the main character in the novel Matilda?

Matilda Wormwood

What special ability does Matilda have?

telekinesis

Who is Matilda's favorite teacher?

Miss Honey

What inspired Lavender to prank Miss Trunchbull?

<p>Matilda's pranks on her parents</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Lavender put in Miss Trunchbull's drinking water?

<p>a newt</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Miss Trunchbull react to the prank?

<p>She was successfully scared</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Michael Wormwood in Matilda?

<p>Matilda's older brother</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Matilda's parents like?

<p>Matilda's parents dislike her and treat her poorly, calling her math skills pointless and focusing on her physical appearance and potential suitors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of person is Miss Trunchbull?

<p>Miss Trunchbull is the cruel and mean headmistress at Matilda's school, known for her imposing figure and abusive behavior towards children.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the only kind adult in the novel?

<p>Miss Honey is the only kind adult in the novel, recognized as a teacher who welcomes nervous newcomers and recognizes Matilda's intelligence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Matilda Book Summary

  • Matilda is a novel by Roald Dahl, published in 1988, about a young English girl named Matilda Wormwood.
  • Matilda shows signs of remarkable intelligence from an early age, but lives in an emotionally abusive household and attends a school with an authoritarian headmistress.

Main Characters

  • Matilda Wormwood: the main character and protagonist of the novel, born with exceptional intelligence, loves to read, and develops the magical power of telekinesis.
  • Mr. Harry Wormwood: Matilda's father, a dishonest car salesman who cheats customers and treats Matilda with extreme unkindness.
  • Mrs. Zinnia Wormwood: Matilda's mother, who looks down on her daughter's intelligence and dedication to reading, focusing on physical appearance and material wealth.
  • Miss Agatha Trunchbull: the cruel and mean headmistress at Matilda's school, who hates children and regularly punishes them for no reason.
  • Miss Honey: Matilda's kind and gentle teacher, who recognizes Matilda's intelligence and encourages her to develop her skills.
  • Lavender: Matilda's best friend at school, who is "exceptionally small for her age" and "gutsy and adventurous".
  • Michael Wormwood: Matilda's older brother, who is described as a "perfectly normal boy" and takes on his father's love for scamming people out of money as he gets older.

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Test your knowledge on the beloved book "Matilda" by Roald Dahl! Discover how well you remember the story of the intelligent young girl, Matilda Wormwood, as she navigates her emotionally abusive household and encounters the terrifying Miss Trunchbull at school.

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