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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 22-27.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Celie say is keeping Shug alive?
(a) Her talent.
(b) Her anger.
(c) Her love.
(d) Her beauty.

2. How many children does Mr. have?
(a) 5.
(b) 3.
(c) 2.
(d) 4.

3. Who decides that Shug should come live in the house with Celie’s family?
(a) Mr.
(b) Sofia.
(c) Celie.
(d) Harpo.

4. What does Shug call Mr. that surprises Celie?
(a) Boo Boo.
(b) Albert.
(c) Big Papa.
(d) Honey Bear.

5. How many children do Mr. and Shug have together?
(a) 4.
(b) 3.
(c) 2.
(d) 1.

Short Answer Questions

1. What one activity won’t Mr. help with for Shug’s care?

2. How does Celie’s mother die?

3. Why doesn’t Pa want Nettie to marry Mr.?

4. Which of the following words does Shug use to describe Celie when they first meet?

5. What does Harpo start have nightmares about after meeting Sofia?

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