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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through XXXI - XL.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Sonnet XV, Neruda says that Matilde is as firm as what two items?
(a) Flesh and bone.
(b) Mountain and boulder.
(c) Bread and wood.
(d) Rock and tree.

2. In Sonnet XXXIV, Neruda says that Matilde is the daughter of what natural body?
(a) The mountains.
(b) The sea.
(c) The sun.
(d) The stars.

3. In Sonnet XXXVI, what item does Neruda NOT name as one of Matilde's "weapons?"
(a) Wine.
(b) Oil.
(c) Wax.
(d) Cloth.

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

5. In Sonnet XXXIX, which of Matilde's skills does Neruda admire?
(a) Her cooking.
(b) Her sewing.
(c) Her gardening.
(d) Her cleaning.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Sonnets I through X, what flower does Neruda include in his poems' images?

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

3. What does Neruda look for in Sonnet XI?

4. What does Neruda mention in Sonnet XXXVII as being the "only" thing that Matilde could use to conquer him?

5. In Sonnet XIV, which of Matilde's features does Neruda say he does not have time to celebrate?

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