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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 XXXVII, what does Matilde conquer with her love?
(a) Neruda's "darkened thoughts."
(b) Neruda's "closed heart."
(c) Neruda's "proud spirit."
(d) Neruda's "fearful mind."

2. In Sonnet XXXI, what two plants does Neruda use to crown Matilde?
(a) Orange blossoms and lilies.
(b) Vines and lilies.
(c) Laurel and roses.
(d) Laurel and oregano.

3. In Sonnet XXX, Neruda says that Matilde has hair as thick as what kind of tree?
(a) A pine.
(b) A larch.
(c) An oak.
(d) A banyan.

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

5. In Sonnet XXXVI, what does Neruda like watching Matilde do in her "miniature empire?"
(a) Chores.
(b) Sleeping.
(c) Reading.
(d) Swimming.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Sonnet XV, what does Neruda say Matilde is made out of?

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

3. In Sonnet XIX, what image does Neruda NOT use to describe the insect he watches?

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

5. In Sonnet X ,what word does Neruda use to describe Matilde's beauty?

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