View a FREE sample

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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Mr. react when he learns that Sofia is pregnant?
(a) He is excited to be a grandfather.
(b) He says that he hates babies.
(c) He accuses her of trying to trap Harpo.
(d) He hopes Celie won’t be jealous of Sofia’s fertility.

2. How does Harpo’s life change after Sofia leaves him?
(a) He begins to make money and date around.
(b) He lives in complete isolation and depression.
(c) He travels the world, starting with Europe.
(d) He starts drinking and smoking excessively.

3. How does Celie hope Nettie will escape from Pa’s house?
(a) Through marriage.
(b) By running away.
(c) Through her education.
(d) By killing him.

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

5. Where did Mr. hide Nettie’s letters?
(a) In his trunk.
(b) In a tree stump.
(c) Under his bed.
(d) In a box under his dirty clothes.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Harpo blame for his strange bruises?

2. What is a juke joint?

3. Who offers to speak to the warden on Sofia’s behalf?

4. How does Mr. encourage Harpo to keep his wife in line?

5. Why doesn’t Sofia’s father think Harpo is good enough for her?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 250 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample