The Color Purple - Letters 42–44 Quiz

Who defends Sofia when Billy hurts himself?

Question Answer Choices Eleanor Jane Harpo Miss Millie Celie

Why does Miss Millie insist that Sofia sit in the back seat when driving her to visit her children?

Question Answer Choices She didn't trust Sofia to sit in the front. She thought it would be more comfortable for Sofia. She wanted more legroom. She was apprehensive about how it would appear if she allowed a Black woman to sit next to her.

Why does Sofia have to work for the mayor and Miss Millie?

Question Answer Choices She volunteered to help them. She lost a bet. She needed extra money. It was a condition of her release from jail.

What happens to Billy when he tries to kick Sofia?

Question Answer Choices He twists his ankle. He falls and scrapes his knee. He cuts his foot on a rusty nail. He bruises his leg.

What new talent does Mary Agnes reveal in Letters 42-44 of The Color Purple?

Question Answer Choices Painting Writing poetry Singing Dancing

How does Sofia describe white people to Celie after her visit to her children is cut short?

Question Answer Choices A source of misery A constant headache A wonder of trouble A never-ending problem

How does Harpo react to Mary Agnes's sudden change in behavior?

Question Answer Choices He gets angry and confronts her. He is supportive and encourages her. He is perplexed but doesn't raise any objections. He ignores her completely.

How long had it been since Sofia saw her children before Miss Millie took her to visit them?

Question Answer Choices Three years One year Five years Six months

How long did Sofia get to spend with her family during the visit arranged by Miss Millie?

Question Answer Choices One hour Two hours Thirty minutes Fifteen minutes

What does Sofia question while sitting with Celie in Miss Millie's yard?

Question Answer Choices Why they haven't confronted the mayor. Why they haven't left town yet. Why they haven't escaped to the North. Why they haven't killed all the white people yet.