Novel Study | Matilda

Matilda is a book written by Roald Dahl. It is about a young girl, whose parents neglect her.

In the chapter 'The First Miracle' Matilda discovers her power. She has the special ability of telekinisis. Miss Trunchbull comes to see what the children have learnt. Lavender plots a horrid prank for Miss Trunchbull. She caught a Newt and placed it into Miss Trunchbull's cup. Miss Trunchbull accuses Matilda of putting the Newt there. This annoys Matilda. Matilda squints her eyes and thinks to herself 'tip it over'. The cup moves and tips over onto Miss Trunchbull.

Miss Honey introduces Matilda to her little cottage. Miss Honey's cottage is very nice and looks tidy. She sits Matilda down and offers her a cup of tea with milk. Miss Honey begins to talk about her story.

Matilda is a book, that is suitable for kids and adults. It is also very interesting and funny. It is good to understand what the book means, so that people can unlock new knowledge behind the book without it stating it.

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