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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 49-51.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who tries to keep Celie in school before Pa pulls her out?
(a) No one.
(b) Her mother.
(c) Her teacher.
(d) Her husband.

2. How does Celie react when Mr. returns home after his frolic with Shug?
(a) She is depressed.
(b) She is jealous.
(c) She is excited.
(d) She is curious.

3. What is Celie’s nickname for Henry Broadnax?
(a) The Prizefighter.
(b) A painting.
(c) A novel.
(d) A poem.

4. What does the term “bright” mean to Harpo?
(a) Intelligent.
(b) Virginal.
(c) Light-skinned.
(d) Tall.

5. Who offers to speak to the warden on Sofia’s behalf?
(a) Squeak.
(b) Mr.
(c) Celie.
(d) Harpo.

Short Answer Questions

1. What interesting household task is Sofia completing when Celie visits to speak to her about Harpo?

2. What does Sofia worry about Harpo doing too much?

3. What does Harpo blame for his strange bruises?

4. Why did Shug’s parents kick her out of the house when she was young?

5. What is the name of Sofia’s youngest daughter?

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