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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 5 - 8 .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Salvatore's fiancé say she can no longer marry him?
(a) She is moving far away.
(b) She has fallen in love with someone else.
(c) She has married somebody else.
(d) He will never be able to work.

2. How is Assunta described physically?
(a) Unkempt and scraggly.
(b) Heavy-set but jolly.
(c) Beautiful and delicate featured.
(d) Unattractive and old-looking.

3. What had Salvatore's fiancé and her mother heard about him while he was away?
(a) He as so homesick he came home.
(b) He had served honorably.
(c) He was very ill and would never quite recover.
(d) He was the strongest man on his ship.

4. What did foreigners say about Italian fishermen when they saw Salvatore on the beach?
(a) They were hard workers.
(b) They were the salt of the earth.
(c) They were unfortunate peasants.
(d) They were lazy devils.

5. Why was the military difficult for Salvatore?
(a) He was used to more freedom.
(b) He was not very strong.
(c) He got seasick easily.
(d) He was accustomed to more discipline.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the narrator describe Salvatore's manners after marrying Assunta and moving to their home?

2. From what illness or disease did Salvatore suffer during military service?

3. Who is the author of "Salvatore"?

4. How old was Salvatore when the narrator says he first knew him?

5. What words is used to describe Salvatore and his family's midday meal when he was young?

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