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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 15-21.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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 starts physically abusing her.
(d) He tries to seduce her.

2. How does Celie react when Mr. returns home after his frolic with Shug?
(a) She is excited.
(b) She is jealous.
(c) She is depressed.
(d) She is curious.

3. Why does Harpo refuse to help Celie out around the house?
(a) Because he thinks it is women’s work.
(b) Because he hates Celie.
(c) Because his father has forbidden it.
(d) Because he is always too tired.

4. Why doesn’t Mr. want to marry Celie?
(a) Because he is afraid of Pa’s jealousy.
(b) Because he is truly in love with Nettie.
(c) Because he thinks she is ugly.
(d) Because she is too old for him.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Mr. react when he learns that Sofia is pregnant?

2. How long does Mr. leave Celie alone when Shug comes to town?

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

4. Why does Mr. have a bad reputation?

5. Why doesn’t Pa want Nettie to marry Mr.?

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