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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 28-32.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Which of the following words does Shug use to describe Celie when they first meet?
(a) Faithful.
(b) Ugly.
(c) Pious.
(d) Clean.

3. How old is Sofia when Harpo proposes to marry her?
(a) 16.
(b) 15.
(c) 18.
(d) 17.

4. Who decides that Shug should come live in the house with Celie’s family?
(a) Harpo.
(b) Sofia.
(c) Mr.
(d) Celie.

5. Why does Sofia finally decide to leave Harpo?
(a) Because she has fallen in love with someone else.
(b) Because he kicks her out.
(c) Because she bored.
(d) Because he beats her.

Short Answer Questions

1. What interesting household task is Sofia completing when Celie visits to speak to her about Harpo?

2. What is Shug’s occupation?

3. How does Harpo’s life change after Sofia leaves him?

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

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

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