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

2. 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.

3. What was Salvatore's father's occupation?
(a) Chef.
(b) Vinter.
(c) Fisherman.
(d) Doctor.

4. How is Salvatore's laughter described when he bathes his child?
(a) Like the devil.
(b) Like an angel.
(c) Like an old man.
(d) Like a child.

5. What simile is used to describe Salvatore's fiancé's eyes?
(a) Like flickering stars.
(b) Like forest pools.
(c) Like black holes.
(d) Like morning skies.

Short Answer Questions

1. How are the cities Salvatore lives in during his military service described?

2. What word is used to describe the size of the "white-washed" house Salvatore and Assunta buy?

3. Why does Salvatore assume his fiancé was not waiting for him when he returned from military service?

4. How is Assunta described physically?

5. Salvatore's patience during his hospital stay is compared to which animal?

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