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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the narrator describe Salvatore's eyes at the start of the story?
(a) Suspicious.
(b) Evil.
(c) Carefree.
(d) Gentle.

2. Why was the military difficult for Salvatore?
(a) He was used to more freedom.
(b) He was accustomed to more discipline.
(c) He was not very strong.
(d) He got seasick easily.

3. Which branch of the military did Salvatore serve?
(a) Army.
(b) Coast Guard.
(c) Air Force.
(d) Navy.

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

5. How old was Salvatore when the narrator says he first knew him?
(a) 22.
(b) 15.
(c) 5.
(d) 31.

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

7. What was Salvatore's father's occupation?
(a) Chef.
(b) Doctor.
(c) Vinter.
(d) Fisherman.

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

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

10. How are the cities Salvatore lives in during his military service described?
(a) Noisy and friendless.
(b) Bright and lively.
(c) Enlightening and sophisticated.
(d) Trashy and malodorous.

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

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

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

14. What is the only day Salvatore used to wear shoes according to the narrator at the start of the story?
(a) Sunday.
(b) Tuesday.
(c) Saturday.
(d) Friday.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

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

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

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

5. How is Salvatore's body described at the start of the story?

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