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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through LI - LX.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Sonnet XXXVI, what does Neruda like watching Matilde do in her "miniature empire?"
(a) Chores.
(b) Reading.
(c) Swimming.
(d) Sleeping.

2. In Sonnet LII, what does Matilde do that causes the whole earth to sing?
(a) She dances.
(b) She walks.
(c) She breathes.
(d) She sings.

3. Which image does Neruda NOT use to describe Matilde in Sonnet XXIX?
(a) Dark mud.
(b) A queen.
(c) A clay poppy.
(d) A clay horse.

4. In Sonnet XIII, what phrase does Neruda insist does NOT describe Matilde?
(a) "Purple shadow."
(b) "Pale fire."
(c) "Burning gold."
(d) "Chilly silver."

5. In Sonnet XXIII, what flower does Neruda say is "smearing around its bruised secrets?"
(a) Jasmine.
(b) Rose.
(c) Gardenia.
(d) Wisteria.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Sonnet XXVII, Neruda says that Matilde is "as blue as the night" of what country?

2. In Sonnet LVI, what word does Neruda say fills the world with doves?

3. In Sonnet XXI, what does Neruda tell Matilde is the reason he cries in his sleep?

4. In Sonnet XXXVIII, what historic poet appears wearing his "quiet sandals?"

5. In Sonnet XXXV, what brings morning and night to Neruda's eyes?

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