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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through LXXXI - XC.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Sonnet XXXI, what two plants does Neruda use to crown Matilde?
(a) Laurel and roses.
(b) Vines and lilies.
(c) Laurel and oregano.
(d) Orange blossoms and lilies.

2. What concept of time does Neruda decide to focus on in Sonnet XLIX?
(a) "Tomorrow."
(b) "Yesterday."
(c) The future.
(d) "Today."

3. In Sonnet XXXV, what flower does Neruda describe as having a "sad savage odor?"
(a) Honeysuckle.
(b) Jasmine.
(c) Gardenia.
(d) Lavender.

4. In Sonnet XIX, what is Matilde doing before she returns to "the world full of salt and sun?"
(a) Hiking in the woods.
(b) Walking down a mountainside.
(c) Walking along the beach.
(d) Swimming in the ocean.

5. In Sonnet LXVI, what is the reason Neruda says he will die?
(a) Because he loves Matilde.
(b) Because he is so selfish.
(c) Because his heart has broken.
(d) Because he can not love Matilde.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the painter in Sonnet LXXVI painting?

2. In Sonnet XC, what does Neruda say is the only thing that matters "when death comes knocking?"

3. In Sonnet XXXII, what starts the morning with "its truths scrambled" and that "drifts like a poor little boat?"

4. What is the season that Neruda describes in Sonnet LXXXV?

5. In Sonnet LXXI, what human feature does Neruda describe the earth as having?

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