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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 XXV, what phrase do "rough warehouses" growl at Neruda?
(a) "Give up."
(b) "Get lost."
(c) "You are nothing."
(d) "Go away."

2. In Sonnet XXXIV, Neruda says that Matilde is the daughter of what natural body?
(a) The sun.
(b) The sea.
(c) The mountains.
(d) The stars.

3. In Sonnet XX, what two opposing concepts does Neruda use to describe Matilde?
(a) Peace and chaos.
(b) Anger and happiness.
(c) Beauty and ugliness.
(d) Love and hate.

4. In Sonnet LXXI, Neruda says that love is like what kind of city?
(a) A destroyed city.
(b) A crowded city.
(c) An abandoned city.
(d) A lunatic city.

5. In Sonnet XXXIV, what does Neruda say can "push back the shadows" and enable Matilde to sleep?
(a) The silence of the wilderness.
(b) Neruda's arms.
(c) Neruda's voice.
(d) The sound of the sea.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Sonnet XXVII, Neruda describes Matilde as being as simple as what object?

2. In Sonnet XLV, what will Neruda do if Matilde ever leaves his side?

3. In Sonnet XLVI, what part of Matilde does Neruda specifically say he wants all for himself?

4. Which country is NOT mentioned in Sonnet XXVI?

5. What is Matilde doing in Sonnet LXXX?

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