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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

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

4. How does Mr. encourage Harpo to keep his wife in line?
(a) By sleeping with other women.
(b) By keeping her pregnant.
(c) By paying her compliments.
(d) By beating her.

5. Why does Harpo think Sofia refuses to mind him?
(a) She is too stubborn.
(b) She is too spoiled.
(c) She is too stupid.
(d) She is too immature.

Short Answer Questions

1. What part of Harpo’s body does Celie notice is changing due to his excessive habit?

2. Who does Celie encourage Nettie to find in town?

3. Who does Sofia move in with after she leaves Harpo?

4. What does Celie say is keeping Shug alive?

5. Who is Celie writing to in the novel?

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