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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 is Squeak’s real name?
(a) Darla Marie.
(b) Lucille Dae.
(c) Mary Agnes.
(d) Fanny Jo.

2. Where did Harpo meet the girl that he claims to have fallen in love with?
(a) At school.
(b) At the library.
(c) At a block party.
(d) At church.

3. Who is Celie writing to in the novel?
(a) Her father.
(b) Her mother.
(c) God.
(d) Her sister.

4. What does Shug dedicate to Celie?
(a) A poem.
(b) A song.
(c) A toast.
(d) A dance step.

5. What is Celie’s nickname for Henry Broadnax?
(a) A poem.
(b) A novel.
(c) The Prizefighter.
(d) A painting.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Pa say about Celie that convinces Mr. to marry her?

2. How does Celie hope Nettie will escape from Pa’s house?

3. Who decides that Shug should come live in the house with Celie’s family?

4. How does Mr.’s attitude change after Shug moves in?

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

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