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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 73-79.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Celie stab Mr. when he tries to stop her from going to Memphis with Shug?
(a) In the neck.
(b) In the leg.
(c) In the side.
(d) In the hand.

2. Who is Celie writing to in the novel?
(a) Her sister.
(b) Her father.
(c) God.
(d) Her mother.

3. How does Mr. react when Nettie moves into his house?
(a) He treats her like his own daughter.
(b) He ignores her completely.
(c) He tries to seduce her.
(d) He starts physically abusing her.

4. How does Celie react to the news that Shug Avery is coming to town?
(a) She is confused.
(b) She is excited.
(c) She is apathetic.
(d) She is jealous.

5. Why was Shug so harsh with Celie when they first met?
(a) She was scared.
(b) She was jealous.
(c) She was sick.
(d) All of the answers are true.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is a juke joint?

2. What color fabric does Celie hope to buy for her very first dress?

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

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

5. What is the name of Harpo’s friend who helps him out at the new bar?

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