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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through XI - XX.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Sonnet XV, what does Neruda say Matilde is made out of?
(a) Clay.
(b) Water.
(c) Light.
(d) Bronze.

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

3. In Sonnet XIV, which of Matilde's features does Neruda say he does not have time to celebrate?
(a) Her hair.
(b) Her hips.
(c) Her eyes.
(d) Her neck.

4. In Sonnet XI, what predator does Neruda use to describe himself?
(a) A puma.
(b) A lion.
(c) A leopard.
(d) A hyena.

5. In Sonnet XIX, what image does Neruda NOT use to describe the insect he watches?
(a) A thief.
(b) A needle.
(c) An airplane.
(d) A spike.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Sonnet II, what ultimately brings Neruda and Matilde together?

2. What does Neruda look for in Sonnet XI?

3. In Sonnet X, what object does Neruda NOT use as a metaphor for Matilde's beauty?

4. In Sonnet III, what words does Neruda use to describe love?

5. In Sonnet XIX, what insect does Neruda watch and contemplate?

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