The Twits: Themes and Characters

The Twits: Themes and Characters

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

3rd - 5th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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The Twits by Roald Dahl is a humorous children's book about Mr. and Mrs. Twit, a grotesque couple who enjoy playing cruel pranks on each other and animals. Their home is a filthy place where they plot mean tricks. The Muggle-Wumps, a family of monkeys, are held captive by the Twits. With the help of the Roly-Poly Bird, the animals devise a plan to turn the tables on the Twits. They trick the Twits into believing they are shrinking, leading to chaos and hilarity. The story highlights the consequences of being mean-spirited and celebrates the triumph of good over evil.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main theme of 'The Twits' by Roald Dahl?

The importance of friendship

The consequences of being mean-spirited

The power of magic

The value of hard work

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do Mr. and Mrs. Twit treat each other?

With indifference

With kindness and respect

With mean-spirited pranks

With admiration

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the condition of the Twits' home?

Filthy and disorganized

Luxurious and grand

Modern and stylish

Neat and tidy

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the Muggle-Wumps?

A group of mischievous children

A pair of friendly dogs

A family of birds

A family of monkeys

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the Roly-Poly Bird try to do?

Build a nest in the Twits' garden

Find food for the Twits

Assist the Muggle-Wumps in escaping

Help the Twits become nicer

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the animals' plan to take revenge on the Twits?

To scare them with loud noises

To turn their house upside down

To hide their belongings

To steal their food

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the Twits' walking sticks in the story?

They are a gift from the Muggle-Wumps

They are a symbol of their wealth

They are part of the animals' revenge plan

They are used to help them walk

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