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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 LXX, which of Neruda's emotions is revealed after he is wounded?
(a) His pride.
(b) His anger.
(c) His selfishness.
(d) His grief.

2. In Sonnet LXXIV, Neruda describes a road that is "wet with the waters" of what month?
(a) July.
(b) April.
(c) August.
(d) February.

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

4. What does Neruda mention in Sonnet XXXVII as being the "only" thing that Matilde could use to conquer him?
(a) Matilde's simplicity.
(b) Matilde's persistence.
(c) Matilde's delicacy.
(d) Matilde's strength.

5. In Sonnet XLVIII, what does Neruda say two happy lovers make?
(a) Perfume.
(b) Wine.
(c) Bread.
(d) A song.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Sonnet XX, what phrase does Neruda use to describe Matilde?

2. In Sonnet LXI, what does Neruda describe as having a "tail of pain" and a "train of static thorns?"

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

4. In Sonnet LXXIII, what are the man and woman in Neruda's poem protecting themselves from?

5. In Sonnet XIX, what is Matilde doing before she returns to "the world full of salt and sun?"

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