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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 36-42.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What part of Harpo’s body does Celie notice is changing due to his excessive habit?
(a) His teeth.
(b) His belly.
(c) His skin.
(d) His eyes.

2. What color is the fabric Shug donates to the quilt Celie and Sofia are working on?
(a) White.
(b) Blue.
(c) Purple.
(d) Yellow.

3. Who is Squeak?
(a) Pa’s new wife.
(b) The bartender.
(c) Sofia’s eldest daughter.
(d) Harpo’s girlfriend.

4. Why doesn’t Pa want Nettie to marry Mr.?
(a) Because he has no money for a dowry.
(b) Because he hopes Nettie will marry rich.
(c) Because Mr. is a violent man.
(d) Because he thinks Celie should get married first.

5. How does Mr. react when Nettie moves into his house?
(a) He starts physically abusing her.
(b) He treats her like his own daughter.
(c) He tries to seduce her.
(d) He ignores her completely.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Sophia arrested?

2. Why does Mr. have a bad reputation?

3. Who tries to keep Celie in school before Pa pulls her out?

4. How does Celie’s mother die?

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

(see the answer key)

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