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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What color is a prominent motif in Sonnet XXIV?
(a) Blue.
(b) Red.
(c) Gold.
(d) White.

2. In Sonnet VII, what does Neruda say reminds him of Matilde's eyes?
(a) The ocean, mist and clouds.
(b) The stars, the ocean and birds.
(c) The moon, clay and fire.
(d) Carnations, clay and trees.

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

4. In Sonnet VI, Neruda is lost in a forest and breaks off a twig, hoping for some moisture to ease his thirst. What effect does the twig's scent have on him?
(a) The scent of the twig wounds him.
(b) The scent of the twig makes him homesick.
(c) The scent of the twig makes him angry.
(d) The scent of the twig makes him more thirsty.

5. What does Neruda look for in Sonnet XI?
(a) A love letter.
(b) Matilde's body.
(c) Matilde's home.
(d) Isla Negra.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Sonnet XXIX, where is Matilde born?

2. In Sonnet XXVIII, what sprouts in Neruda and Matilde's "stable place?"

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

4. In Sonnet V, what does Neruda say he forgot about Matilde before he was in love with her?

5. In Sonnet XXV, which of Matilde's qualities does Neruda say "filled the autumn plentiful with gifts?"

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