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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 L, what aspect of Matilde does Neruda say "drops like a hawk from a stony tower?"
(a) Her eyes.
(b) Her laughter.
(c) Her singing.
(d) Her dancing.

2. In Sonnet LII, what does Matilde do that causes the whole earth to sing?
(a) She walks.
(b) She sings.
(c) She breathes.
(d) She dances.

3. In Sonnet LV, what does Neruda NOT say attacks "the honied contentment" of love?
(a) Fights.
(b) Shattered glass.
(c) Thorns.
(d) Sickness.

4. In Sonnet III, Neruda compares "Bitter love" to what two objects?
(a) Thorns and a spear.
(b) A hole and a trap.
(c) Knives and a lion.
(d) A drink and a broken glass.

5. What does the river in Sonnet XLIX signify?
(a) Love.
(b) Fate.
(c) Sleep.
(d) Time.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Sonnet XXXIII, where are Neruda and Matilde going when they traverse "the crackling sea?"

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

3. In Sonnet LIX, what does Neruda say is the only reason that people defame poets?

4. In Sonnet XXII, what image does Neruda NOT use to describe Matilde?

5. In Sonnet LI, Neruda describes Matilde as what landmark?

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