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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Mr.’s attitude change after Shug moves in?
(a) His temper becomes more unpredictable and violent.
(b) He is constantly nervous and emotional.
(c) He hums and whistles to himself.
(d) He begins ignoring Celie and the children completely.

2. What does Pa say about Celie that convinces Mr. to marry her?
(a) That she responds well to beatings.
(b) That she is smart and a quick thinker.
(c) That she is a good cook.
(d) That she will make a good stepmother to his children.

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

4. How old is Celie the first time her father sexually assaults her?
(a) Fourteen.
(b) Eleven.
(c) Twelve.
(d) Thirteen.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Celie react when Mr. returns home after his frolic with Shug?

2. What is the name of Celie’s sister?

3. How does Celie hope Nettie will escape from Pa’s house?

4. What does Celie call her father?

5. How many children does Mr. have?

(see the answer key)

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