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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 LXVIII, where did the girl whose story Neruda is telling come from?
(a) She came from the South.
(b) She came from a ship.
(c) She came from Isla Negra.
(d) She came from the heavens.

2. What is the name of the friend Neruda mentions in Sonnet L?
(a) Cotapos.
(b) Jiminez.
(c) Miguel.
(d) Antonio.

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

4. What does Neruda say in Sonnet LVIII "snapped at his honest heels" with "sharp little teeth?"
(a) Poetry.
(b) Literature.
(c) Self-doubt.
(d) Academia.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Sonnet XXXV, what flower does Neruda describe as having a "sad savage odor?"

2. In Sonnet XX, what phrase does Neruda use to describe Matilde?

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

4. In Sonnet XXXVIII, what historic poet appears wearing his "quiet sandals?"

5. In Sonnet LII, what does Matilde do that causes the whole earth to sing?

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