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

2. What is the name of the painter that Neruda describes in Sonnet LXXVI?
(a) Frieda Kahlo.
(b) Diego Rivera.
(c) Francisco Goya.
(d) Benito Rojo.

3. In Sonnet XXXIV, what does Neruda say can "push back the shadows" and enable Matilde to sleep?
(a) Neruda's voice.
(b) The sound of the sea.
(c) The silence of the wilderness.
(d) Neruda's arms.

4. In Sonnet LI, Matilde's laugh reminds Neruda of what kind of tree?
(a) A tree that grows deep in the forest.
(b) A tree growing along on a cliff.
(c) A tree the offers shade to travelers.
(d) A tree that is struck by lightening.

5. In Sonnet XXXI, where do Neruda and Matilde wander "like other country people?"
(a) The city.
(b) The wilderness.
(c) The plains.
(d) The mountains.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which country is NOT mentioned in Sonnet XXVI?

2. In Sonnet XXI, what season does Neruda say he does not want to go "one moment more without?"

3. In Sonnet XIV, which of Matilde's features does Neruda say he does not have time to celebrate?

4. In Sonnet XXII, what image does Neruda NOT use to describe Matilde?

5. In Sonnet XXIII, what flower does Neruda say is "smearing around its bruised secrets?"

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