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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through XI - XX.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Sonnets I through X, what flower does Neruda include in his poems' images?
(a) An iris.
(b) A rose.
(c) A carnation.
(d) A sunflower.

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

3. In Sonnet II, what ultimately brings Neruda and Matilde together?
(a) Their loneliness.
(b) Their love.
(c) The country.
(d) Fate.

4. In Sonnet XIV, what does Neruda say Italians call Matilde?
(a) Medusa.
(b) Athena.
(c) Venus.
(d) Nike.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Sonnet VII, Neruda's lover finally returns his love. What image does Neruda use to describe his feelings after his love is returned?

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

3. In Sonnet XVII, what does Neruda say about the way he loves Matilde?

4. In Sonnet IV, what are some "Gifts from the earth" Neruda asks Matilde to remember?

5. In Sonnet XV, Neruda says that Matilde is as firm as what two items?

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