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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How does Mr. react when Nettie moves into his house?
(a) He tries to seduce her.
(b) He ignores her completely.
(c) He starts physically abusing her.
(d) He treats her like his own daughter.

3. Why is Mr. upset with the townsfolk after Shug moves in with him?
(a) Because they bought all the milk from the stores even though Shug needs it.
(b) He hears that they have been spreading gossip about their relationship.
(c) Because they have started ignoring him at church.
(d) He feels that they have abandoned her in her time of need.

4. How does Mr.’s father feel about Shug living in the house?
(a) He is excited by it.
(b) He is apathetic to it.
(c) He is outraged by it.
(d) He doesn't know about it.

5. How many children does Mr. have?
(a) 2.
(b) 5.
(c) 3.
(d) 4.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why does Harpo refuse to help Celie out around the house?

3. Who does Sofia move in with after she leaves Harpo?

4. Who is Celie writing to in the novel?

5. How does Celie hope Nettie will escape from Pa’s house?

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