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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which branch of the military did Salvatore serve?
(a) Air Force.
(b) Navy.
(c) Army.
(d) Coast Guard.

2. In what type of transportation does Salvatore arrive at Naples after his military service has ended?
(a) Train.
(b) A plane.
(c) A horse and buggy.
(d) A rowboat.

3. How are the cities Salvatore lives in during his military service described?
(a) Enlightening and sophisticated.
(b) Bright and lively.
(c) Trashy and malodorous.
(d) Noisy and friendless.

4. How does the narrator describe Salvatore's eyes at the start of the story?
(a) Suspicious.
(b) Gentle.
(c) Carefree.
(d) Evil.

5. Why would Salvatore look at Ischia every evening?
(a) To see what the next day's weather would be like.
(b) To contemplate his love for his fiancé.
(c) To pray for his family.
(d) To meditate and sit in peace.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Salvatore's father's occupation?

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

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

4. Who is Salvatore said to have "acted as nursemaid to" (2)?

5. What was the hardest for Salvatore about being away from home?

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