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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through XXI - XXX.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Sonnet XX, what two opposing concepts does Neruda use to describe Matilde?
(a) Anger and happiness.
(b) Peace and chaos.
(c) Love and hate.
(d) Beauty and ugliness.

2. In Sonnet I, what image does Neruda NOT use to describe Matilde's name?
(a) A rock.
(b) A wine.
(c) A plant.
(d) A castle.

3. In Sonnet III, what words does Neruda use to describe love?
(a) Bitter/enticing.
(b) Bitter/ferocious.
(c) Lonely/desperate.
(d) Peaceful/persistant.

4. In Sonnet XIV, which of Matilde's features does Neruda say he does not have time to celebrate?
(a) Her hips.
(b) Her hair.
(c) Her neck.
(d) Her eyes.

5. Which image does Neruda NOT use to describe Matilde in Sonnet XXIX?
(a) A queen.
(b) Dark mud.
(c) A clay poppy.
(d) A clay horse.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Sonnet II, what ultimately brings Neruda and Matilde together?

2. In Sonnet XX, what phrase does Neruda use to describe Matilde?

3. In Sonnet X ,what word does Neruda use to describe Matilde's beauty?

4. In Sonnet VII, what does Neruda say he can see in Matilde's life?

5. In Sonnet XIII, what food does Neruda use to describe Matilde?

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