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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through XXI - XXX.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

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

4. In Sonnet XX, what phrase does Neruda use to describe Matilde?
(a) A "lovely beast."
(b) A "messy chestnut."
(c) A "simple contradiction."
(d) A "harried beauty."

5. In Sonnets I through X, what flower does Neruda include in his poems' images?
(a) A rose.
(b) A sunflower.
(c) An iris.
(d) A carnation.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Sonnet XVII, what does Neruda imply about the relationship between himself and Matilde?

2. In Sonnet IX, Neruda contrasts the love between himself and Matilde with what natural formation?

3. In Sonnet XIV, which of Matilde's features does Neruda say he does not have time to celebrate?

4. In Sonnet I, what image does Neruda NOT use to describe Matilde's name?

5. In Sonnet XXII, what image does Neruda NOT use to describe Matilde?

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