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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Where did Harpo meet the girl that he claims to have fallen in love with?
(a) At the library.
(b) At church.
(c) At school.
(d) At a block party.

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

4. What is the name of Celie’s sister?
(a) Bree.
(b) Nettie.
(c) Coco.
(d) Lacey.

5. Why doesn’t Pa want Nettie to marry Mr.?
(a) Because he thinks Celie should get married first.
(b) Because he hopes Nettie will marry rich.
(c) Because he has no money for a dowry.
(d) Because Mr. is a violent man.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why does Mr. kick Kate out of the house?

3. Who attacks Celie on her wedding day?

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

5. What does Celie call her father?

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