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

2. In Sonnet XXX, what is the lost object that Neruda says no one will retrieve?
(a) His passion.
(b) His heart.
(c) His voice.
(d) His spirit.

3. In Sonnet XXXI, where do Neruda and Matilde wander "like other country people?"
(a) The plains.
(b) The city.
(c) The mountains.
(d) The wilderness.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Sonnet XXXI, what two plants does Neruda use to crown Matilde?

2. What color is a prominent motif in Sonnet XXIV?

3. In Sonnet XX, what two opposing concepts does Neruda use to describe Matilde?

4. In Sonnet I, what image does Neruda NOT use to describe Matilde's name?

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

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