Chapter 11: Bruce Bogtrotter and the Cake

1) Matilda says, “Being in the school is like being in a cage with a cobra. You have to be very fast on your feet.” What does she mean by this simile?

• School is a place where you need to be alert and quick to avoid trouble.

• School is a place full of dangerous animals.

• School is a place where you learn about cobras.

• School is a place where you can relax and take your time.

Explain The Trunchbull’s effect for the child’s actions: Cause: , Amanda: Having pigtails. Effect:

Answer explanation

She gets thrown!

3) How did the Trunchbull's plan to punish Bruce backfire? Do you think Bruce learned his lesson?

• The punishment made Bruce sick, and he vowed never to eat cake again.

• Bruce managed to eat the entire cake, impressing everyone and gaining their support.

• Bruce was expelled from school, which was his plan all along.

• The punishment was too lenient, and Bruce continued misbehaving.

How are the characters of Miss Trunchbull and Mr. Wormwood similar and different?

• Both are kind and supportive figures in Matilda's life.

• Both are antagonistic figures, but Miss Trunchbull is more physically intimidating while Mr. Wormwood is more deceitful.

• Miss Trunchbull is a loving teacher, while Mr. Wormwood is a caring father.

• Miss Trunchbull and Mr. Wormwood both encourage Matilda's education.

4) What does Matilda's ability to move objects with her mind symbolize in the story?

• Her desire to become a magician.

• Her love for science fiction.

• Her intelligence and inner strength overcoming adversity.

• Her wish to escape from school.

5) Why does Miss Honey become an important figure in Matilda's life?

• She is the only teacher who gives Matilda extra homework.

• She recognizes and nurtures Matilda's talents and intelligence.

• She is the principal of the school.

• She is Matilda's aunt.

6) How does Matilda's relationship with her parents differ from her relationship with Miss Honey?

• Her parents ignore her abilities, while Miss Honey encourages them.

• Her parents are supportive, while Miss Honey is strict.

• Both her parents and Miss Honey discourage her from reading.

• Her parents and Miss Honey both treat her the same way.