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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 LVI, what word does Neruda say fills the world with doves?
(a) "Love."
(b) "Amor."
(c) "Matilde."
(d) "Cariño."

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

3. In Sonnet LXXXVIII, what month does Neruda say "returns with its secret light?"
(a) October.
(b) March.
(c) December.
(d) May.

4. In Sonnet XII, what does Neruda describe by relating it to a journey?
(a) Neruda and Matilde's developing relationship.
(b) Neruda and Matilde's slowly growing family.
(c) Neruda and Matilde's conversations.
(d) Neruda and Matilde's lovemaking.

5. In Sonnet LVI, what does Neruda say is exhausted by his songs?
(a) Mistrust.
(b) Loneliness.
(c) Anger.
(d) Envy.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Sonnet L, what does Neruda encourage Matilde to do?

2. In Sonnet XLIX, what does Neruda NOT say that he sings to?

3. In Sonnet XL, what is Matilde doing while Neruda watches her from his house?

4. In Sonnet LXXXIX, why does Neruda want Matilde to live on after he has died?

5. Which image does Neruda NOT use to describe Matilde in Sonnet XXIX?

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