Question

Why did Matilda have to set out 'all by herself' to go to the library?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Mrs Wormwood was hooked on bingo and played it five afternoons a week. On the afternoon of the day when her father had refused to buy her a book, Matilda set out all by herself to walk to the public library in the village. ... She asked if she might sit awhile and read a book.