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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’s father think she did church, leading to a terrible beating?
(a) Shakes the preacher’s hand.
(b) Laugh at the choir.
(c) Bad mouth him.
(d) Wink at a boy.

2. Why doesn’t Sofia’s father think Harpo is good enough for her?
(a) Because of his skin color.
(b) Because of his lack of education.
(c) Because of his family history.
(d) Because of his occupation.

3. Who is the father’s of Celie’s baby?
(a) Her father.
(b) Her brother.
(c) The preacher.
(d) She doesn't know.

4. After moving in with the family, what does Shug want Mr. to do for her?
(a) Marry her.
(b) Give her money to visit a doctor.
(c) Stand up to her father.
(d) Leave her alone.

5. What bothers Celie about her father’s new wife?
(a) She has a shrieking voice.
(b) She is physically affectionate.
(c) She is not religious.
(d) She is not a good cook.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who decides that Shug should come live in the house with Celie’s family?

2. What does Mr.’s brother, Tobias, bring for Shug when he visits?

3. Why is Mr. upset with the townsfolk after Shug moves in with him?

4. What does the term “bright” mean to Harpo?

5. What does Celie feel so guilty about that she struggles to sleep at night?

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