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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 XXI, what does Neruda tell Matilde is the reason he cries in his sleep?
(a) He is like a lost child in his dreams.
(b) He has terrible nightmares.
(c) He dreams about her dying.
(d) He dreams about her leaving him.

2. In Sonnet XXXIII, where are Neruda and Matilde going when they traverse "the crackling sea?"
(a) To their home.
(b) To Chile.
(c) To Germany.
(d) To Italy.

3. In Sonnet LXXXIV, what does Neruda say "supports the columns of the heaven's harbor?"
(a) The lovers' dreams.
(b) The stars.
(c) The moon.
(d) Saturn.

4. In Sonnet XXII, what image does Neruda NOT use to describe Matilde?
(a) A queen.
(b) A guitar.
(c) A wildfire.
(d) A star.

5. In Sonnet LXXVIII, what does Neruda say he has fought against?
(a) Mockery.
(b) Indifference.
(c) Apathy.
(d) Jealousy.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Sonnet XXIV, describes the clouds and what "triumphant" group of people?

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

3. What is Neruda looking for in Sonnet LXV?

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

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

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