Main Idea
What is the main idea of Chapter 1?
a) Matilda’s parents are kind and supportive.
b) Matilda is a gifted child, but her parents do not appreciate her intelligence.
c) Matilda loves watching television with her family.
d) Matilda struggles to learn and needs extra help in school.
b) Matilda is a gifted child, but her parents do not appreciate her intelligence.
Where does Matilda's mom go five times in the week?
- Church
- The Mall
- Bingo
Bingo
Which theme is introduced in Chapter 1 of Matilda?
a) The importance of family support
b) The power of intelligence and learning
c) The value of teamwork
d) The dangers of greed
b) The power of intelligence and learning
Which character trait best describes Matilda in Chapter 1?
-Curious
-Dishonest
-Lazy
-Selfish
Curious
How Old is Matilda?
- 4 Years old
- 3 1/2 Years Old
-6 1/2 Years Old
3 1/2 Years Old
Which sentence best summarizes the main idea of Chapter 1?
a) Matilda is an average child growing up in a loving home.
b) Matilda’s parents encourage her to read and study.
c) Matilda is extremely intelligent, but her parents ignore her talents.
d) Matilda enjoys playing outside more than reading books.
c) Matilda is extremely intelligent, but her parents ignore her talents.
Who is the Librarean Matilda meets?
-Mrs. Honey
-Mrs. Wormwood
-Mrs. Phelps
Mrs. Phelps
What theme is suggested by the way Matilda’s parents treat her?
a) Family relationships are always supportive.
b) People in power always use it wisely.
c) Children can be smarter than adults.
d) Some adults fail to recognize a child's potential.
d) Some adults fail to recognize a child's potential.
Which trait best describes Matilda’s parents based on their treatment of her?
A. Supportive
B. Neglectful
C. Encouraging
-Kind
B. Neglectful
What is Matilda's last name?
- Honey
-Jones
-Wormwood
Wormwood
What is the main focus of Matilda’s character in Chapter 1?
a) She is an ordinary child with no special abilities.
b) She is a bright and independent girl who teaches herself to read.
c) She struggles in school and needs extra help from her parents.
d) She spends all her time watching television.
b) She is a bright and independent girl who teaches herself to read.
Why do you think Matilda's parents ignored her intelligence?
- They were too busy with work
- They didn't believe girls needed to be smart
- They were not smart enough to recognize their childs abilities
They were not smart enough to recognize their childs abilities
How does Matilda’s love for books connect to the theme of the story?
a) It shows that reading can be a way to escape difficult situations.
b) It proves that all children enjoy reading.
c) It suggests that books are more important than friends.
d) It shows that reading has no impact on intelligence.
a) It shows that reading can be a way to escape difficult situations.
Matilda’s love for books shows that she is
a. Intelligent
b. Mischevious
c. Impatient
A. Intelligent
What is the name of this chapter?
- The Reader of Books
- The Girl who Reads
- The Book Reader
- The Reader of Books
Why does the author spend so much time describing Matilda’s intelligence?
a) To show that Matilda is different from other children.
b) To explain why Matilda’s parents are proud of her.
c) To suggest that Matilda is not as smart as she thinks.
d) To prove that all children are equally intelligent.
a) To show that Matilda is different from other children.
Why does Matilda spend so much time by herself?
- She rather be alone
- She is too shy to make friends
- Her parents leave her alone and don't pay attention to her
Her parents leave her alone and don't pay attention to her
Which of the following is a developing theme in Matilda?
a) Greed leads to success.
b) Intelligence can help overcome challenges.
c) All parents are kind and loving.
d) Rules should never be questioned.
b) Intelligence can help overcome challenges.
How does Mrs. Wormwood’s attitude toward education reveal her character?
a) She values learning and encourages Matilda to read.
b) She is indifferent and cares more about watching TV.
c) She is strict and enforces study time at home.
d) She enjoys reading just as much as Matilda does.
b) She is indifferent and cares more about watching TV.
Who is the Author?
- Quentin Blake
-Roald Dahl
- Judy Blume
- Road Dahl
What does Chapter 1 suggest about Matilda’s home life?
a) Matilda’s parents love and support her interests.
b) Matilda’s parents do not recognize or appreciate her intelligence.
c) Matilda’s parents work hard to provide her with books.
d) Matilda’s parents send her to the best school in town.
b) Matilda’s parents do not recognize or appreciate her intelligence.
What can we infer about Matilda's personality from her decision to walk to the library?
- She is bored and looking for an adventure
- She is curious and wants to learn
- She does not listen to her parents
She is curious and wants to learn
What theme is reinforced by the difference between Matilda and her parents?
a) Education and curiosity are valuable.
b) Watching television makes people smarter.
c) Children should always obey their parents.
d) Success comes from wealth, not intelligence.
a) Education and curiosity are valuable.
What word best describes Mr. Wormwood’s personality in Chapter 1?
A. Generous
B. Giving
C. Boastful
What does Mr. Wormwood do for a living?
a) He owns a car dealership.
b) He is a librarian.
c) He works as a school principal.
d) He is a magician.
a) He owns a car dealership.