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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 Salvatore happy when he learned what sickness he had during military service?
(a) They could now cure him.
(b) He could go home.
(c) He would be able to continue his service.
(d) He would completely recover on his own soon.

2. What did Salvatore not really hear his doctors say after telling him the details of his illness during military service?
(a) He would never be quite well again.
(b) He would fully recover.
(c) He would have to undergo invasive surgery.
(d) He could never work again.

3. What type of home did Salvatore grow up in?
(a) A small apartment.
(b) A tiny wooden shack.
(c) A large brown farmhouse.
(d) A little white cottage.

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

5. What does the narrator say Salvatore spent his mornings at the start of the story?
(a) Working on a boat.
(b) At school.
(c) On the beach.
(d) In his room.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Salvatore's mood when leaving his island for the first time for his military service?

2. What does Assunta seem always to by touched by regarding Salvatore?

3. From what illness or disease did Salvatore suffer during military service?

4. What word is used to describe Salvatore's body after marrying?

5. How many children did Assunta and Salvatore have?

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