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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through LXXI - LXXX.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Neruda propose he and Matilde do at the end of Sonnet LXXVIII?
(a) Plant a garden in the hills.
(b) Drift down time's river.
(c) Swing freely through the trees.
(d) Light a fire on a mountain.

3. In Sonnet LXXI, Neruda says that love is like what kind of city?
(a) A destroyed city.
(b) A lunatic city.
(c) An abandoned city.
(d) A crowded city.

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

5. In Sonnet L, what does Neruda encourage Matilde to do?
(a) Cry.
(b) Sleep.
(c) Laugh.
(d) Sing.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In Sonnet XXXVIII, Neruda says that Matilde's house sounds like what object?

3. In Sonnet LXVII, where is the origin of the rain that falls on Isla Negra?

4. What does the river in Sonnet XLIX signify?

5. In Sonnet XV, Neruda says that Matilde is as firm as what two items?

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