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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is Salvatore's handwriting described when he writes to his girlfriend?
(a) Masculine.
(b) Indecipherable.
(c) Child-like.
(d) Meticulous.

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

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

4. What was Salvatore's mood when leaving his island for the first time for his military service?
(a) Ecstatic.
(b) Somber.
(c) Eager.
(d) Proud.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What simile is used to describe Salvatore's fiancé's eyes?

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

3. Who lived in Grande Marina?

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

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

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