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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Celie think is the major difference between her marriage and Harpo’s?
(a) There is no abuse in Harpo’s marriage but there is in hers.
(b) She and Mr. are old while Harpo and Sofia are young.
(c) There is no love in her marriage but there is in Harpo’s.
(d) She and Mr. are childless while Harpo and Sofia can have children.

2. How does Celie’s mother die?
(a) Her husband murders her.
(b) She dies due to childbirth complications.
(c) She commits suicide.
(d) She accidentally drowns in the river.

3. What does the term “bright” mean to Harpo?
(a) Virginal.
(b) Light-skinned.
(c) Intelligent.
(d) Tall.

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

5. What does Celie feel so guilty about that she struggles to sleep at night?
(a) Encouraging Harpo to beat his wife.
(b) Having impure thoughts about Shug Avery.
(c) Stealing money from Sofia’s purse.
(d) Taking the Lord's name in vein.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Shug call Mr. that surprises Celie?

2. What is a juke joint?

3. Why is Mr. upset with the townsfolk after Shug moves in with him?

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

5. What does Harpo start have nightmares about after meeting Sofia?

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