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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 VII, what does Neruda say he can see in Matilde's life?
(a) The future.
(b) Everything that lives.
(c) The past.
(d) Everything that is good.

2. In Sonnet XXIII, what flower does Neruda say is "smearing around its bruised secrets?"
(a) Gardenia.
(b) Jasmine.
(c) Wisteria.
(d) Rose.

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

4. In Sonnet XLII, what does Neruda say shields the earth from daylight?
(a) Clouds.
(b) Storms.
(c) The sky.
(d) Trees.

5. In Sonnet XIV, which of Matilde's features does Neruda say he does not have time to celebrate?
(a) Her neck.
(b) Her hair.
(c) Her eyes.
(d) Her hips.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Sonnet XVII, what does Neruda imply about the relationship between himself and Matilde?

2. In Sonnet XXXVI, what item does Neruda NOT name as one of Matilde's "weapons?"

3. In Sonnet X, what object does Neruda NOT use as a metaphor for Matilde's beauty?

4. What does the river in Sonnet XLIX signify?

5. In Sonnet LVI, what word does Neruda say fills the world with doves?

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