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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through 1943 - 6 and 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What problem does Useppe experience as a small child?
(a) He is prone to violent outbursts.
(b) He has a speech impediment.
(c) He is unable to walk.
(d) He is only able to eat a small variety of foods.

2. What nation did Italy and Germany cooperatively attack, in 1941?
(a) The United States.
(b) Britain.
(c) Russia.
(d) France.

3. Where was the Nazi-Fascist Republic of Salo formed in 1943?
(a) Eastern Germany.
(b) Western Germany.
(c) Northern Italy.
(d) Southern Italy.

4. What is Useppe's greatest pleasure, as a baby?
(a) Watching television.
(b) Playing with his favorite toy.
(c) Seeing his big brother.
(d) Going outside.

5. Who is Rosella?
(a) Giuseppe's cat.
(b) Useppe's dog.
(c) Ida's friend.
(d) Nino's girlfriend.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was the Italian leader, appointed by the King, in 1943?

2. Where does Ida stash her life savings during the air raids?

3. Ida's parents raised her to be what religion?

4. In what year did World War I end?

5. How old is Ida Mancuso when she is introduced?

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