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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Mr. upset with the townsfolk after Shug moves in with him?
(a) He feels that they have abandoned her in her time of need.
(b) Because they have started ignoring him at church.
(c) Because they bought all the milk from the stores even though Shug needs it.
(d) He hears that they have been spreading gossip about their relationship.

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

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

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

5. Why does Mr. have a bad reputation?
(a) He had an affair with Shug.
(b) All of the answers are true.
(c) He might have killed his wife.
(d) He beats women.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Celie feel when Shug suggests moving out?

2. What does Mr.’s brother, Tobias, bring for Shug when he visits?

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

4. What one activity won’t Mr. help with for Shug’s care?

5. How old is Sofia when Harpo proposes to marry her?

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