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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 86-90.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What part of Tashi’s body is scarred in a coming-of-age ritual?
(a) All of the answers are true.
(b) Her legs.
(c) Her back.
(d) Her face.

2. What name did Celie sew into her daughter’s diaper before the baby was taken away from her?
(a) Ophelia.
(b) Opal.
(c) Olivia.
(d) Odele.

3. How many children do Mr. and Shug have together?
(a) 2.
(b) 3.
(c) 4.
(d) 1.

4. How does Nettie react to the jungle surrounding Olinka?
(a) She is terrified by its vastness.
(b) She is pleased with the weather.
(c) She is disgusted by the bugs.
(d) She is overwhelmed with the greenery.

5. Why does Shug suddenly decide to take Mary Agnes to Memphis with her as well?
(a) To improve Mary’s singing career.
(b) They call each other on the phone.
(c) They send telegrams.
(d) They mail packages.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long was Sofia kept in prison before her early release?

2. Why does Nettie believe God sent her to live with the reverend and his family?

3. Why does Sofia finally decide to leave Harpo?

4. How did the reverend and his wife treat Nettie when she first arrived?

5. What is the name of the only girl at the Olinka School where Nettie teaches?

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