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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why doesn’t Mr. want to marry Celie?
(a) Because he thinks she is ugly.
(b) Because he is truly in love with Nettie.
(c) Because she is too old for him.
(d) Because he is afraid of Pa’s jealousy.

2. How long does Mr. leave Celie alone when Shug comes to town?
(a) One day.
(b) Three days.
(c) Two days.
(d) Four days.

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Harpo refuse to help Celie out around the house?

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

3. What does Celie call her father?

4. What name did Celie sew into her daughter’s diaper before the baby was taken away from her?

5. Why doesn’t Pa want Nettie to marry Mr.?

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