Sula - Themes and Symbolism Quiz

What do fire and water symbolize in Toni Morrison's novel Sula?

Question Answer Choices Hope and renewal Death and destruction Love and friendship Strength and unity

How did Sula view Nel and Jude's relationship?

Question Answer Choices She thought it was the perfect love story. She viewed it as a strong and loving bond. She thought it was not interesting. She believed it was full of passion.

What event do Sula and Shadrack both influence in the Bottom?

Question Answer Choices Spring Revival. Founders' Day Parade. National Suicide Day. Harvest Festival.

How does Sula feel about fire compared to water in the novel?

Question Answer Choices She finds fire comforting but water only destructive. She finds both fire and water equally destructive. She finds both fire and water equally comforting. She finds water comforting but fire only destructive.

What does the gray ball symbolize in Sula?

Question Answer Choices Nel's worries and anxiety Jude's betrayal and infidelity The community's disapproval Sula's guilt and remorse

Who is often seen as the 'bad guy' in 'Sula'?

Question Answer Choices Nel Sula Eva Jude

Why did Sula have sex with Jude in the novel 'Sula'?

Question Answer Choices He simply filled a space in her life. She was deeply in love with him. She was trying to prove a point about freedom. She wanted to make Nel jealous.

Who experiences a major character transformation by the end of 'Sula'?

Question Answer Choices Sula Nel Eva Shadrack

How are Sula and Shadrack similar in Toni Morrison's 'Sula'?

Question Answer Choices Both are known for their charitable work in the Bottom. Both are respected leaders in the Bottom. Both are outsiders in the Bottom. Both are deeply religious figures in the Bottom.

Who remains true to herself even at her death-bed in 'Sula'?

Question Answer Choices Sula Nel Eva Hannah