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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. On December 22, 1944, how long does Pino have to wait at the Swiss border for Leyers?

2. In Chapter 16, what does Pino's aunt have for his dinner?

3. In Chapter 17, how long has Anna worked for Dolly?

4. Who does Porzia want Pino to go get in Chapter 23?

5. How many people does Pino see crammed into a space meant for 20 cows in Chapter 24?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter 17, what happens when Tullio and the others are brought to be shot at Piazzale Loreto?

2. In Chapter 18, how does Pino get a key to the general's valise?

3. In Chapter 20, what does Pino have to do to get the Daimler running after they are strafed by a Spitfire?

4. What does Father Re tell Pino when he comes to see him in Chapter 24?

5. What does Antonio tell Pino about the men in the gray clothing in Chapter 16?

6. In Chapter 26, what message does Pino leave to be transmitted to the Allies?

7. How did Anna's father die?

8. In Chapter 24, who does Leyers rescue from a train bound for Auschwitz, and where are the rescued taken?

9. In Chapter 23, what does Mimo look like when Pino and Anna see him?

10. What is the situation in Milan in Chapter 25?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Some Germans want the Italians punished for a bombing that killed German soldiers. Why do some Nazis want to punish the Italians for a bombing? Why does Leyers not recommend punishing the Italians? What unforeseen consequences could occur if the Italians are punished and why would those be detrimental?

Essay Topic 2

Pino works hard to get Jews safely to Switzerland. What challenges does Pino face when he helps Jews climb to safety? What is revealed about inner and outer strength through Pino and the Jews’ actions?

Essay Topic 3

Mark Sullivan learned about Pino Lella at a dinner party. Why did Sullivan want to write the story? How did the story save Sullivan’s life?

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