Matilda's Observations and Actions

The transcript describes a day in the life of Matilda, a young girl living in Philadelphia in 1793. It begins with her waking up to her mother's demands and a mosquito's buzz. Matilda reflects on her mother's high expectations and her own desire for freedom. The narrative paints a vivid picture of Philadelphia's bustling streets and Matilda's longing for adventure, symbolized by her fascination with a balloon flight. Despite her chores and responsibilities, Matilda dreams of escaping her constraints and exploring the world beyond her immediate surroundings.

What is the setting of the story introduced in the beginning?

• Philadelphia

• New York City

• Boston

• Washington D.C.

What does Matilda's mother expect from her in the morning?

• To read a book

• To get up early and work

• To sleep in

• To go for a walk

What interrupts Matilda's attempt to go back to sleep?

• Her mother's call

• A mosquito bite

• A loud noise from outside

• A barking dog

What does Matilda hit her head on when she gets out of bed?

• The wall

• The ceiling

• The window

• The door

What does Silas, the cat, do in the room?

• Plays with a ball

• Scratches the furniture

• Chases a mouse

• Sleeps on the bed

How does Matilda save her mother's quilt?

• By cleaning it

• By sewing it

• By moving Silas off it

• By hiding it

What does Matilda notice about her clothes?

• They are shrinking

• They are new

• They are too big

• They are torn

What does Matilda see when she looks out the window?

• A peaceful garden

• A bustling city

• A quiet street

• A deserted alley

Where does Matilda plan to visit secretly?

• The park

• The library

• The docks

• The market

What does Matilda do with the dead mouse?

• Throws it out the back window

• Buries it in the garden

• Keeps it in a box

• Throws it in the street