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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 11-14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Celie call her father?
(a) Pa.
(b) The Devil.
(c) Dad.
(d) Sir.

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

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

4. Which of the following characters receives most of Mr.’s praise at home?
(a) Harpo.
(b) Celie.
(c) Nettie.
(d) Himself.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who is the father’s of Celie’s baby?

3. What is Shug’s occupation?

4. Why does Celie think Nettie is dead after she leaves Mr.’s house?

5. What does Pa say about Celie that convinces Mr. to marry her?

(see the answer key)

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