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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Sonnets I through X, what flower does Neruda include in his poems' images?
(a) A carnation.
(b) A sunflower.
(c) A rose.
(d) An iris.

2. In Sonnet XIX, what image does Neruda NOT use to describe the insect he watches?
(a) A needle.
(b) A spike.
(c) A thief.
(d) An airplane.

3. In Sonnet XXVI, which of Matilde's qualities does Neruda say the earth has imitated?
(a) Her pride.
(b) Her beauty.
(c) Her humility.
(d) Her power.

4. In Sonnet XXVIII, what sprouts in Neruda and Matilde's "stable place?"
(a) Peace.
(b) Chaos.
(c) Secrets.
(d) Love.

5. In Sonnet VII, Neruda's lover finally returns his love. What image does Neruda use to describe his feelings after his love is returned?
(a) A dove.
(b) A sunbeam.
(c) A volcano.
(d) A geyser.

Short Answer Questions

1. What time of day is described in Sonnet LXXIX?

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

3. In Sonnet LXXVII, what does time sprinkle in Matilde's heart?

4. In Sonnet XXXVI, what does Neruda like watching Matilde do in her "miniature empire?"

5. In Sonnet LXII, what overshadows the love between Neruda and Matilde?

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