Character Analysis and Writing Techniques

Miss Nora discusses her favorite book, 'Matilda' by Roald Dahl, focusing on the character Miss Trunchbull. She explains how Roald Dahl uses precise adjectives, interesting verbs, and similes to create a vivid and frightening character. Miss Nora provides tips for writing compelling characters using these techniques and encourages viewers to apply them in their own writing.

Who is Miss Nora's favorite character in the book Matilda?

• Mr. Wormwood

• Matilda

• Miss Trunchbull

• Miss Honey

What role does Miss Trunchbull play in the school?

• Student

• Caretaker

• Headmistress

• Teacher

How is Miss Trunchbull described in the book?

• Gentle and kind

• Formidable and terrifying

• Quiet and shy

• Friendly and approachable

What is one of the adjectives used to describe Miss Trunchbull?

• Tiny

• Calm

• Gigantic

• Friendly

Which verb is used to describe Miss Trunchbull's movement?

• Walking

• Marching

• Running

• Skipping

What action does Miss Trunchbull take when she encounters children in her path?

• Stops

• Plows through them

• Greets them

• Ignores them

What is a simile?

• A comparison using 'like' or 'as'

• A noun describing a person

• A type of verb

• An adjective describing a place

To what is Miss Trunchbull compared in the similes?

• A soft pillow

• A red-hot rod of metal

• A gentle breeze

• A calm sea

What is the purpose of using similes in character descriptions?

• To confuse the reader

• To make characters seem friendly

• To describe the setting

• To show similarities between different objects

What is the effect of comparing Miss Trunchbull to a stormtrooper?

• To show her kindness

• To describe her appearance

• To make her seem friendly

• To highlight her intimidating nature