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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) Army.
(b) Coast Guard.
(c) Navy.
(d) Air Force.

2. Who is Salvatore said to have "acted as nursemaid to" (2)?
(a) His mother.
(b) His eldest sister.
(c) His grandparents.
(d) His younger brothers.

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

4. What was the hardest for Salvatore about being away from home?
(a) Missing his fiancé.
(b) Missing the beach.
(c) Missing his brothers.
(d) Missing his parents.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Salvatore assume his fiancé was not waiting for him when he returned from military service?

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

3. What type of home did Salvatore grow up in?

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

5. What is the name of the island on which Salvatore was raised?

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