Matilda By Roald Dahl

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1. What was Mr. Wormwood's job?

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Mr. Wormwood's job was a used car salesman. This is evident from the fact that he is described as a dishonest and deceitful character who sells faulty and unreliable cars to unsuspecting customers. His occupation as a used car salesman aligns with his unethical behavior and his desire to make money at any cost.

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2. Who is Miss Honey's aunt?

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Miss Trunchbull is not Miss Honey's aunt. This is an incorrect answer.

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3. What happened to Matilda at the end of the story?

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Matilda went to live with Miss Honey at the end of the story. This can be inferred from the information given in the options. The other options, such as going into foster care, going away with her family, or moving into the library, are not mentioned in the given options and therefore cannot be considered as the correct answer.

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4. Who did Matilda feel was a trustworthy adult?

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Matilda felt that Miss Honey was a trustworthy adult because she was kind, caring, and genuinely interested in Matilda's well-being. Miss Honey was the only adult who recognized Matilda's intelligence and supported her love for learning. She stood up for Matilda against Miss Trunchbull and showed her unwavering support and belief in her abilities. Matilda trusted Miss Honey because she always treated her with respect and listened to her thoughts and feelings.

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5. What was the punishment room called?

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The punishment room in the story was called "The Chokey".

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6. What could Matilda do when she was four?

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Matilda could read when she was four.

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7. Where does Miss Honey live?

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Miss Honey lives in a cottage.

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8. What did Bruce do to call attention to himself?

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Bruce called attention to himself by stealing a piece of cake from Miss Trunchbull's lunch.

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9. Where was Miss Honey living at the end of the story?

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Miss Honey was living at her family home at the end of the story. Throughout the story, it is revealed that Miss Honey had a difficult childhood and was mistreated by her aunt, who took over her family home after her parents died. However, with the help of Matilda, Miss Honey was able to confront her aunt and reclaim her family home. Therefore, at the end of the story, Miss Honey is living in the place that rightfully belongs to her, her family home.

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10. In Roald Dahl's Matilda, what extraordinary ability does Matilda discover she possesses?

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Matilda develops the power of telekinesis, enabling her to move objects with her mind. This ability becomes a source of both mischief and empowerment for Matilda, allowing her to overcome challenges and stand up to injustice.

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11. What did the letter say that Miss Honey got?

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The letter that Miss Honey received stated that her father's will had been found. This implies that there was some uncertainty or mystery surrounding her father's will, and the discovery of it could potentially have significant implications for Miss Honey and her inheritance.

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12. What was the first thing that Matilda used to practice her ability to move objects with?

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Matilda used a cigar to practice her ability to move objects with. This suggests that she initially discovered her telekinetic powers by moving a cigar using her mind.

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13. Why was the rent on Miss Honey's cottage so low?

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The rent on Miss Honey's cottage was low because there were no modern conveniences in the cottage. This suggests that the cottage lacked amenities such as electricity, running water, or heating systems, making it less desirable and therefore cheaper to rent.

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What was Mr. Wormwood's job?
Who is Miss Honey's aunt?
What happened to Matilda at the end of the story?
Who did Matilda feel was a trustworthy adult?
What was the punishment room called?
What could Matilda do when she was four?
Where does Miss Honey live?
What did Bruce do to call attention to himself?
Where was Miss Honey living at the end of the story?
In Roald Dahl's Matilda, what extraordinary ability does Matilda...
What did the letter say that Miss Honey got?
What was the first thing that Matilda used to practice her ability to...
Why was the rent on Miss Honey's cottage so low?
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