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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 22-27.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the term “bright” mean to Harpo?
(a) Virginal.
(b) Intelligent.
(c) Light-skinned.
(d) Tall.

2. Why doesn’t Mr. want to marry Celie?
(a) Because he is afraid of Pa’s jealousy.
(b) Because he thinks she is ugly.
(c) Because she is too old for him.
(d) Because he is truly in love with Nettie.

3. Why doesn’t Pa want Nettie to marry Mr.?
(a) Because Mr. is a violent man.
(b) Because he has no money for a dowry.
(c) Because he hopes Nettie will marry rich.
(d) Because he thinks Celie should get married first.

4. Why does Mr. kick Kate out of the house?
(a) For encouraging Celie’s independence.
(b) For slapping Celie across the face.
(c) For stealing from him.
(d) For smoking a cigarette in front of the children.

5. How does Mr. encourage Harpo to keep his wife in line?
(a) By paying her compliments.
(b) By keeping her pregnant.
(c) By sleeping with other women.
(d) By beating her.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who tries to keep Celie in school before Pa pulls her out?

2. What does Pa say about Celie that convinces Mr. to marry her?

3. How does Mr. react when Nettie moves into his house?

4. Why does Mr. have a bad reputation?

5. Who attacks Celie on her wedding day?

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