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Matilda Chapter 1 Worksheet

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Matilda Chapter 1 Worksheet!

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📚 Part 1: Reading Comprehension

1. Who are the main characters introduced in Chapter 1 bro?
2. What makes Matilda unusual compared to other children her age?
3. How does Roald Dahl describe Matilda's parents? Circle the best answer:

Loving and supportive

Neglectful and uninterested

Strict but caring

Encouraging of her reading

4. What does Matilda do when her parents ignore her?

🤔 Part 2: Critical Thinking and Values

7. Which values does Matilda show in Chapter 1? Check all that apply:

Resilience (bouncing back from difficulties)

Courage (being brave in tough situations)

Kindness (being caring towards others)

Perseverance (not giving up)

Integrity (being honest and true to yourself)

8. How do you think Matilda feels about her family situation? Explain your answer with evidence from the text:
9. Do you think Matilda's parents are treating her fairly? Why or why not?

✍️ Part 3: Creative Writing and Personal Connection

10. If you could give Matilda some advice about dealing with her family, what would you tell her?
11. Think of a time when you felt brave like Matilda. Draw a picture of that moment:
12. Write a short paragraph describing your drawing and how you showed courage:

❓ Part 4: Questions and Predictions

13. Write three questions you have about Matilda or the story after reading Chapter 1:

Question 1: ________________________________________

Question 2: ________________________________________

Question 3: ________________________________________

14. What do you predict will happen to Matilda in the next chapter? Give reasons for your prediction:
15. What makes a good family? How is Matilda's family different from your idea of a good family?

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