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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through LXXI - LXXX.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Sonnet LXXI, what human feature does Neruda describe the earth as having?
(a) Hair.
(b) Breath.
(c) Eyes.
(d) Thoughts.

2. In Sonnet XXIV, describes the clouds and what "triumphant" group of people?
(a) Servants.
(b) Martyrs.
(c) Washerwomen.
(d) Soldiers.

3. In Sonnet XLI, what does Neruda hint will bring an end to the "rough times" he describes?
(a) Spring.
(b) Sleep.
(c) Love.
(d) Wind.

4. In Sonnet XLVIII, what does Neruda say two happy lovers make?
(a) Perfume.
(b) Wine.
(c) Bread.
(d) A song.

5. When Neruda returns to Matilde in Sonnet LXXX, where had he been?
(a) He had been traveling.
(b) He had been sending a letter.
(c) He had been at the beach.
(d) He had been at the tavern.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Sonnet XXIX, where is Matilde born?

2. In Sonnet XLII, what does Neruda NOT use to describe daylight?

3. What concept of time does Neruda decide to focus on in Sonnet XLIX?

4. In Sonnet XXI, what season does Neruda say he does not want to go "one moment more without?"

5. In Sonnet XXIII, what does Neruda say will endure even after the end of the world?

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