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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who was not there waiting for Salvatore in Naples when he returned from military service?
(a) His mother.
(b) His fiancé.
(c) His father.
(d) His youngest brother.

3. What did Salvatore tell his mother after he took a good look at Assunta?
(a) He would marry her.
(b) He would rather die than marry her.
(c) He would rather marry his own brother.
(d) He would marry her if she fixed herself up a bit.

4. What type of fish did Salvatore catch during fishing season?
(a) Cod.
(b) Grouper.
(c) Cuttlefish.
(d) Seabass.

5. How is Salvatore's body described at the start of the story?
(a) Weak as a mouse.
(b) Big as a house.
(c) Thin as a rail.
(d) Strong as an ox.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why was the military difficult for Salvatore?

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

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

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

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

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