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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through XLI - L.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Sonnet XXIV, describes the clouds and what "triumphant" group of people?
(a) Soldiers.
(b) Servants.
(c) Martyrs.
(d) Washerwomen.

2. In Sonnet XLI, what does Neruda hint will bring an end to the "rough times" he describes?
(a) Love.
(b) Wind.
(c) Spring.
(d) Sleep.

3. In Sonnet XXV, which of Matilde's qualities does Neruda say "filled the autumn plentiful with gifts?"
(a) Her patience and her goodness.
(b) Her beauty and her poverty.
(c) Her pride and her beauty.
(d) Her humility and her serenity.

4. In Sonnet XXXIII, where are Neruda and Matilde going when they traverse "the crackling sea?"
(a) To Chile.
(b) To their home.
(c) To Germany.
(d) To Italy.

5. What does Neruda look for in Sonnet XI?
(a) Matilde's body.
(b) A love letter.
(c) Matilde's home.
(d) Isla Negra.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Sonnet L, what does Neruda encourage Matilde to do?

2. In Sonnet XI, what predator does Neruda use to describe himself?

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

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

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

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