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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through XXI - XXX.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What color is a prominent motif in Sonnet XXIV?
(a) White.
(b) Red.
(c) Blue.
(d) Gold.

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

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Sonnet XXIII, what does Neruda say will endure even after the end of the world?

2. In Sonnet X, what is Matilde doing as Neruda admires her beauty?

3. In Sonnet XVII, what does Neruda say about the way he loves Matilde?

4. In Sonnet III, Neruda compares "Bitter love" to what two objects?

5. In Sonnet V, what does Neruda say he forgot about Matilde before he was in love with her?

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