Matilda Chapter 16 Quiz: Vocabulary & Details

What does the word "astonished" mean as used in Chapter 16?

• Angry

• Surprised

• Tired

• Bored

What is the name of Matilda's teacher?

• Miss Honey

• Miss Trunchbull

• Mrs Wormwood

• Mr Wormwood

In Chapter 16, what special ability does Matilda show?

• She can fly

• She can move things with her eyes

• She can talk to animals

• She can become invisible

What does the word "peculiar" mean?

• Usual

• Strange

• Happy

• Loud

Who does Matilda show her special power to in this chapter?

• Her mum

• Miss Honey

• Lavender

• Miss Trunchbull

What does Miss Honey do when Matilda shows her power?

• She laughs at Matilda

• She is amazed and listens carefully

• She tells Matilda to stop lying

• She runs away

What does the word "hesitate" mean?

• To hurry

• To pause before doing something

• To shout

• To forget

What object does Matilda move with her eyes in Chapter 16?

• A book

• A glass of water

• A chalk

• A pencil

What does Miss Honey suggest Matilda should do about her power?

• Tell everyone at school

• Keep it a secret for now

• Use it to play tricks

• Forget about it

What does the word "delicate" mean?

• Strong

• Gentle or easily broken

• Loud

• Heavy