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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 73-79.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did the reverend and his wife treat Nettie when she first arrived?
(a) They welcomed her as a long lost family member.
(b) They ignored her completely.
(c) The made her pay room and board, like a lodger.
(d) They hired her in as a maid.

2. How does Pa initially react when he first sees Celie on his property?
(a) He tells her to get off his land.
(b) He doesn’t recognize her.
(c) He embraces her.
(d) He ignores her completely.

3. How does Millie feel when she is surrounded by Sofia’s family?
(a) Apathetic.
(b) Content.
(c) Terrified.
(d) Overwhelmed.

4. What does Shug promise she will do before she moves out?
(a) Teach Celie how to read.
(b) Stop Mr.’s abuse.
(c) Finish the quilt.
(d) Save Harpo’s marriage.

5. How did Shug and Grady meet?
(a) She bought hardware from his store.
(b) They went to church together.
(c) He came to see her sing at a gig.
(d) He fixed her broken down car.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Celie suggest Harpo hire to help at the new bar?

2. What does the term “bright” mean to Harpo?

3. Who is Squeak?

4. Why does Nettie tear up all her letters to Celie when she reaches her port?

5. How long does Millie let Sofia visit with her family before taking her back home?

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