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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through XCI - C.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Sonnet II, Neruda laments that his path to Matilde has been long and lonely. What two obstacles does Neruda say divide him and Matilde?
(a) Anger and loneliness.
(b) Trains and nations.
(c) Oceans and ships.
(d) Rivers and mountains.

2. What is Neruda looking for in Sonnet LXV?
(a) His inspiration.
(b) His heart.
(c) Matilde.
(d) His homeland.

3. In Sonnet XCI, what does Neruda say covers himself and Matilde "like drizzle?"
(a) Fear.
(b) Patience.
(c) Death.
(d) Age.

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

5. Which image does Neruda NOT use to describe Matilde in Sonnet XXIX?
(a) Dark mud.
(b) A clay horse.
(c) A clay poppy.
(d) A queen.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Matilde doing in Sonnet LXXX?

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

3. What does Neruda mention in Sonnet XXXVII as being the "only" thing that Matilde could use to conquer him?

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

5. In Sonnet XIX, what image does Neruda NOT use to describe the insect he watches?

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