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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 did Salvatore have to do before he could marry?
(a) Complete his military service.
(b) Receive his priest's blessing.
(c) Complete his education.
(d) Save enough money to buy a house.

2. Who was King of Italy when Salvatore joined the military?
(a) Victor Emmanuel.
(b) Edwardo Victoria.
(c) Victor Umberto.
(d) Umberto Emmanuel.

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

4. Where is the final place Salvatore is sent for military service?
(a) America.
(b) France.
(c) Russia.
(d) China.

5. Who lived in Grande Marina?
(a) Salvatore's grandparents.
(b) Salvatore's boss.
(c) Salvatore's teachers.
(d) Salvatore's fiancé.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Salvatore not really hear his doctors say after telling him the details of his illness during military service?

2. How is Salvatore's handwriting described when he writes to his girlfriend?

3. How long had it been since Salvatore's mother had seen his fiancé when he returned to Naples?

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

5. How is Salvatore's body described at the start of the story?

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