Matilda by Roald Dahl - Plot summary - Reading Comprehension / Vocabulary worksheet /

This 5 page worksheet will introduce your students to Matilda by Roald Dahl one of the most popular and most loved books by children in the world. It is suitable for elementary, higher elementary and intermediate students and it can be used in both native speakers classes and ESL/EFL classes. The summary is followed by two comprehension exercises (open-ended questions, TRUE /FALSE) and three Vocabulary exercises (Find the word, Match the Definition, Crossword). To further expand your students’ understanding of literary texts the worksheet is concluded with a Further Questions section where they are asked to share their thoughts on characters and reflect on important events taking place in the story. After reading the summary and completing the exercises your students will feel motivated to read the book. The worksheet can be completed as an in-class activity or assigned as homework. A useful answer key is included.