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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 1 - 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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 the strongest man on his ship.
(d) He was very ill and would never quite recover.

2. Why does Salvatore assume his fiancé was not waiting for him when he returned from military service?
(a) He assumes she married someone else.
(b) He figures she does not want to marry someone as ill as he is.
(c) He figures she did not receive his letter announcing his return.
(d) He thinks she was too shy to see him after all that time.

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

4. Who is Salvatore said to have "acted as nursemaid to" (2)?
(a) His mother.
(b) His eldest sister.
(c) His younger brothers.
(d) His grandparents.

5. What is the first thing Salvatore did the first evening he was home after military service?
(a) Work on the boat.
(b) Go to the movies.
(c) Visit his fiancé.
(d) Visit his doctor.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is the final place Salvatore is sent for military service?

2. In what type of transportation does Salvatore arrive at Naples after his military service has ended?

3. What is the name of the island on which Salvatore was raised?

4. Why was Salvatore happy when he learned what sickness he had during military service?

5. What type of places was Salvatore accustomed to at home before leaving for his military service?

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