Textbook Solutions: Matilda Can Do Magic! | Gul Mohar Class 6: Book Solutions, Summaries & Worksheets PDF Download

While Reading

Q2: Why is there no dialogue in para 26?
Ans: The silence shows the seriousness of the moment. Both Matilda and Miss Honey are silently thinking about the unusual thing that just happened.

Q3: Why does Miss Honey repeat her question to Matilda? (paras 20, 24, 27, 29)
Ans: She repeats it as she finds it hard to believe. She wants to confirm what Matilda is saying and check if it is really true.

Q4: Why do you think Miss Honey is 'smiling a little'?
Ans: She smiles softly to encourage Matilda, so the child feels safe. It also shows Miss Honey’s kindness and care.

Q5: Why has the writer written such a long sentence to describe how Matilda performed the magic? (para 40)
Ans: The long sentence shows how much effort and concentration Matilda used. It builds up the moment and makes it feel powerful.

Understanding the Text

A. Complete these sentences.

2. Matilda was worried that Miss Trunchbull was going to expel her because …
Ans: … she thought the Headmistress believed she had put the newt in the glass.

3. Matilda said she had made the glass fall over because …
Ans: … she used her eyes and anger to make it happen.

4. When Miss Honey first heard what Matilda had to say, she …
Ans: … thought it was imagination but listened with patience.

5. On seeing the miracle performed, Miss Honey …
Ans: … was shocked and amazed, realising Matilda’s power was real.

Answer these questions.

Q1: Read para 2. What was the 'astounding event' that had occurred? Why didn't Matilda confide in her parents about it?
Ans: The astounding event was the glass tipping over on its own. Matilda didn’t tell her parents since they would not believe her or take her seriously.

Q2: (a) When and why did Miss Honey become alert?
Ans: She became alert when Matilda wanted to share her secret, as she already cared about Matilda’s unusual abilities.

Q2: (b) How did she behave with Matilda after becoming alert?
Ans: She was gentle and kind, giving Matilda the confidence to explain.

Q3: "Could you do it again?" What does the speaker want Matilda to do? How do you think the speaker was feeling at this point? How was she behaving with Matilda? (para 33)
Ans: Miss Honey wanted Matilda to tip the glass again using her eyes. She was astonished but behaved kindly, allowing Matilda to try once more.

Q4: (a) "You seemed so far away." (para 42) – What did Miss Honey mean?
Ans: She meant Matilda looked lost in another world while using her power.

Q4: (b) Does Matilda sound like she had enjoyed the experience of making the glass fall over this time? (para 43)
Ans: Yes, she compared it to flying among stars, showing excitement and joy.

Q4: (C) Does this description sound any different from the description of her efforts in para 40?
Ans: Yes. In para 40 it sounded difficult, but in para 43 it felt effortless and full of wonder.

Q5: Even though Miss Honey does not believe Matilda at first, she gives Matilda the chance to prove herself. What does this say about her? Does this give you confidence that she is the right person for Matilda to confide in?
Ans: It shows Miss Honey is open-minded, patient, and caring. Yes, it proves she is trustworthy and the right person to trust.

Appreciating the Text

Q1: Think about the element of magic in this text.

b. How does Matilda feel about it, from the beginning to the end?
Ans: At first, she is confused and worried, but later she feels amazed, powerful, and happy about her ability.

c. What can you understand about the setting of the story? Is the rest of it magical or realistic?
Ans: The rest of the story is realistic—teachers, classrooms, and family life—but Matilda’s magical power introduces a fantasy element.

Q2: How would you describe Matilda?

Ans:

• Calm: She explains everything quietly to Miss Honey.
• Honest: She openly admits her role in tipping the glass.
• Independent: She thinks for herself and chooses to confide only in Miss Honey.
• Sensible: She reflects carefully on the event before telling someone.
• Proud (in a good way): She feels joy in successfully repeating the magic.