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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 starts physically abusing her.
(b) He treats her like his own daughter.
(c) He tries to seduce her.
(d) He ignores her completely.

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

3. What does Harpo start have nightmares about after meeting Sofia?
(a) His father’s fists.
(b) A life alone.
(c) Sofia marrying another man.
(d) His mother’s death.

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

5. In what season were Mr. and Celie married?
(a) Summer.
(b) Winter.
(c) Fall.
(d) Spring.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who does Celie think about while having sex with her husband on her wedding night?

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

4. Why doesn’t Sofia’s father think Harpo is good enough for her?

5. How does Celie react when Mr. returns home after his frolic with Shug?

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