Matilda
Who is the main character of the story?
Matilda Wormwood
What country celebrates the Fourth of July?
The United States
What is the fastest land animal?
A Cheetah
Is this a simile or a metaphor?
"The baby is as quiet as a mouse."
Simile
What season comes after spring?
Summer
What is Matilda's favorite thing to do?
Read Books
What colors are on the American flag?
Red, White, and Blue
Which bird cannot fly but is an excellent swimmer?
A Penguin
Is this a simile or a metaphor?
"My classroom is a zoo."
Metaphor
What frozen treat is often eaten to cool off on a hot summer day?
Ice Cream
What is the name of Matilda's kind teacher?
Miss Honey
What do many people watch in the sky on the Fourth of July?
Fireworks
Which animal sleeps while hanging upside down?
A Bat
Complete the simile:
"As busy as a ________."
Bee
What should you always wear outside on a sunny day to help protect your skin?
Sunscreen
Why does Bruce Bogtrotter have to eat the giant chocolate cake?
Miss Trunchbull says he stole a piece of her cake
How many stars are on the American flag?
50 Stars
What animal can smell with its tongue?
A Snake
Is this a simile or a metaphor?
"The clouds were cotton balls in the sky."
Metaphor
Name one activity many people do at a lake during the summer.
Possible answers: Swimming, fishing, boating, tubing, kayaking, paddleboarding, etc.
What animal does Lavender secretly put in Miss Trunchbull's water pitcher?
A newt
What is another name for the 4th of July?
Independence Day
What is the only bird that can fly backward?
A Hummingbird
Which sentence is a simile?
A. The sun was a giant flashlight.
B. The sun was as bright as a flashlight.
B
Why is it important to drink plenty of water on hot summer days?
To stay hydrated and prevent overheating