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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through LXI - LXX.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Sonnet XII, what does Neruda describe by relating it to a journey?
(a) Neruda and Matilde's developing relationship.
(b) Neruda and Matilde's lovemaking.
(c) Neruda and Matilde's slowly growing family.
(d) Neruda and Matilde's conversations.

2. In Sonnet XVI, Neruda relates Matilde's body to which object?
(a) A forest.
(b) The whole countryside.
(c) A mountain range.
(d) The entire universe.

3. In Sonnet LXVI, what is the reason Neruda says he will die?
(a) Because he is so selfish.
(b) Because he loves Matilde.
(c) Because he can not love Matilde.
(d) Because his heart has broken.

4. In Sonnet XXII, what image does Neruda NOT use to describe Matilde?
(a) A wildfire.
(b) A queen.
(c) A star.
(d) A guitar.

5. In Sonnet XIII, what phrase does Neruda insist does NOT describe Matilde?
(a) "Burning gold."
(b) "Purple shadow."
(c) "Pale fire."
(d) "Chilly silver."

Short Answer Questions

1. In Sonnet XXXII, what title does Neruda give to Matilde?

2. Which country is NOT mentioned in Sonnet XXVI?

3. In Sonnet LXVII, to what does Neruda compare Matilde's kisses?

4. Why does Neruda state that he does not love Matilde in Sonnet XLIV?

5. In Sonnet XVIII, Neruda says that Matilde moves through the mountains as swiftly as what two objects?

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