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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 11-14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old is Celie the first time her father sexually assaults her?
(a) Twelve.
(b) Fourteen.
(c) Thirteen.
(d) Eleven.

2. Why does Harpo refuse to help Celie out around the house?
(a) Because his father has forbidden it.
(b) Because he hates Celie.
(c) Because he is always too tired.
(d) Because he thinks it is women’s work.

3. What does Pa say about Celie that convinces Mr. to marry her?
(a) That she is smart and a quick thinker.
(b) That she will make a good stepmother to his children.
(c) That she responds well to beatings.
(d) That she is a good cook.

4. How do Celie’s sisters-in-law feel about her housekeeping skills?
(a) They are disgusted.
(b) They are impressed.
(c) They are confused.
(d) They are jealous.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What color fabric does Celie hope to buy for her very first dress?

2. Where did Harpo meet the girl that he claims to have fallen in love with?

3. What name did Celie sew into her daughter’s diaper before the baby was taken away from her?

4. Who does Celie think about while having sex with her husband on her wedding night?

5. What is the name of Celie’s sister?

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