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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 IX, Neruda contrasts the love between himself and Matilde with what natural formation?
(a) A cliff by the sea.
(b) An erupting volcano.
(c) A cloud.
(d) A landslide.

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

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

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

5. In Sonnet X ,what word does Neruda use to describe Matilde's beauty?
(a) Soft.
(b) Warm.
(c) Smooth.
(d) Quiet.

Short Answer Questions

1. 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?

2. In Sonnet II, Neruda laments that his path to Matilde has been long and lonely. What two obstacles does Neruda say divide him and Matilde?

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

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

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

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