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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 Celie hope Nettie will escape from Pa’s house?
(a) Through marriage.
(b) By killing him.
(c) By running away.
(d) Through her education.

2. How do Celie’s sisters-in-law feel about her housekeeping skills?
(a) They are jealous.
(b) They are disgusted.
(c) They are impressed.
(d) They are confused.

3. How does Mr. react when he learns that Sofia is pregnant?
(a) He accuses her of trying to trap Harpo.
(b) He says that he hates babies.
(c) He hopes Celie won’t be jealous of Sofia’s fertility.
(d) He is excited to be a grandfather.

4. What does Celie feel so guilty about that she struggles to sleep at night?
(a) Encouraging Harpo to beat his wife.
(b) Taking the Lord's name in vein.
(c) Stealing money from Sofia’s purse.
(d) Having impure thoughts about Shug Avery.

5. Who does Celie encourage Nettie to find in town?
(a) The sheriff.
(b) The reverend.
(c) The doctor.
(d) The seamstress.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. Which of the following characters receives most of Mr.’s praise at home?

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

5. How old is Celie the first time her father sexually assaults her?

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