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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For whom does Sofia work when she is released from prison?
(a) The reverend.
(b) The butcher.
(c) The mayor.
(d) The doctor.

2. Why does Celie think Nettie is dead after she leaves Mr.’s house?
(a) Nettie promises to write letters but none arrive.
(b) She hears about an unidentified murder victim whose appearance is similar to Nettie’s.
(c) She overhears Mr. talking about how he killed her.
(d) Nettie constantly worried that someone was after her.

3. Who does Celie think about while having sex with her husband on her wedding night?
(a) Her teacher.
(b) Her mother.
(c) Shug Avery.
(d) Pa.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How do Celie’s sisters-in-law feel about her housekeeping skills?

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

3. What does Celie start sewing to keep her mind off killing Mr.?

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

5. What does Celie’s father think she did church, leading to a terrible beating?

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