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

2. What is Shug’s occupation?
(a) Writer.
(b) Artist.
(c) Singer.
(d) Dancer.

3. Why doesn’t Sofia’s father think Harpo is good enough for her?
(a) Because of his occupation.
(b) Because of his lack of education.
(c) Because of his family history.
(d) Because of his skin color.

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

5. What name did Celie sew into her daughter’s diaper before the baby was taken away from her?
(a) Olivia.
(b) Odele.
(c) Ophelia.
(d) Opal.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. How many children does Mr. have?

4. In what season were Mr. and Celie married?

5. What color fabric does Celie hope to buy for her very first dress?

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