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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 I, what image does Neruda NOT use to describe Matilde's name?
(a) A rock.
(b) A wine.
(c) A plant.
(d) A castle.

2. In Sonnet XX, what phrase does Neruda use to describe Matilde?
(a) A "simple contradiction."
(b) A "lovely beast."
(c) A "harried beauty."
(d) A "messy chestnut."

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

4. In Sonnet XIII, what food does Neruda use to describe Matilde?
(a) Olives.
(b) Peaches.
(c) Bread.
(d) Rice.

5. In Sonnet III, what words does Neruda use to describe love?
(a) Bitter/enticing.
(b) Bitter/ferocious.
(c) Peaceful/persistant.
(d) Lonely/desperate.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Sonnet XVI, Neruda relates Matilde's body to which object?

2. In Sonnet VII, Neruda's lover finally returns his love. What image does Neruda use to describe his feelings after his love is returned?

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

4. In Sonnet VI, Neruda is lost in a forest and breaks off a twig, hoping for some moisture to ease his thirst. What effect does the twig's scent have on him?

5. In Sonnet V, Neruda relates Matilde's hips to what object?

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