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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 28-32.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is the name of Celie’s sister?
(a) Bree.
(b) Coco.
(c) Nettie.
(d) Lacey.

3. Who decides that Shug should come live in the house with Celie’s family?
(a) Sofia.
(b) Celie.
(c) Harpo.
(d) Mr.

4. How old is Sofia when Harpo proposes to marry her?
(a) 16.
(b) 18.
(c) 15.
(d) 17.

5. How does Celie react to the news that Shug Avery is coming to town?
(a) She is confused.
(b) She is jealous.
(c) She is apathetic.
(d) She is excited.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many children do Mr. and Shug have together?

2. Why is Mr. upset with the townsfolk after Shug moves in with him?

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

4. What does Celie say is keeping Shug alive?

5. What is a juke joint?

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