Roald Dahl St. Peters

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What did Wragg do to hear the Matron walking passed them?

Back

Wragg put sugar on the floor to hear the Matron walking.

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What did the Matron do when Tweedie was snoring?

Back

The Matron put soap flakes in Tweedie's mouth.

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What was Roald Dahl's reaction when his mother left him at St Peters for the first term?

Back

Roald Dahl cried when his mother left him.

Front

Were kids allowed to complain that St. Peters was cruel to their parents?

Back

No, kids were not allowed to complain.

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Did Roald Dahl ever get homesick?

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Yes, Roald Dahl did get homesick.

Front

What is the significance of sugar on the floor in the story?

Back

Sugar on the floor was used as a method to hear someone approaching.

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How did the Matron's actions reflect the strictness of St. Peters?

Back

The Matron's actions, like putting soap flakes in a student's mouth, showed the harsh discipline at St. Peters.

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What emotional challenges did Roald Dahl face at St. Peters?

Back

Roald Dahl faced homesickness and sadness when left at St. Peters.

Front

What does the reaction of the children to the Matron's behavior reveal about their environment?

Back

The children's reactions indicate a fear of authority and a lack of support.

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How does Roald Dahl's experience at St. Peters influence his later writing?

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Roald Dahl's experiences at St. Peters influenced his themes of childhood struggles and resilience.