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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through XXXI - XL.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Sonnet XXXI, where do Neruda and Matilde wander "like other country people?"
(a) The city.
(b) The mountains.
(c) The plains.
(d) The wilderness.

2. In Sonnet XV, Neruda says that Matilde is as firm as what two items?
(a) Mountain and boulder.
(b) Flesh and bone.
(c) Bread and wood.
(d) Rock and tree.

3. In Sonnet III, Neruda compares "Bitter love" to what two objects?
(a) A hole and a trap.
(b) Thorns and a spear.
(c) A drink and a broken glass.
(d) Knives and a lion.

4. In Sonnet XXII, what image does Neruda NOT use to describe Matilde?
(a) A queen.
(b) A guitar.
(c) A wildfire.
(d) A star.

5. In Sonnet VII, what does Neruda say reminds him of Matilde's eyes?
(a) Carnations, clay and trees.
(b) The stars, the ocean and birds.
(c) The moon, clay and fire.
(d) The ocean, mist and clouds.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Sonnet V, Neruda relates Matilde's hips to what object?

2. What does Neruda look for in Sonnet XI?

3. In Sonnet XVII, what does Neruda say about the way he loves Matilde?

4. In Sonnet X, what object does Neruda NOT use as a metaphor for Matilde's beauty?

5. Which image does Neruda NOT use to describe Matilde in Sonnet XXIX?

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