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

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

3. What is the name of the island on which Salvatore was raised?
(a) Procida.
(b) Ischia.
(c) Panza.
(d) Forio.

4. What words is used to describe Salvatore and his family's midday meal when he was young?
(a) Fattening.
(b) Frugal.
(c) Tasteless.
(d) Extravagant.

5. How long had it been since Salvatore's mother had seen his fiancé when he returned to Naples?
(a) Three or four days.
(b) 6 months.
(c) Two or three weeks.
(d) One year.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How are the cities Salvatore lives in during his military service described?

3. What did Salvatore have to do before he could marry?

4. Who lived in Grande Marina?

5. Salvatore's patience during his hospital stay is compared to which animal?

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