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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the end of "February 1944" Lewis sees his first pazzariello on the Via San Pasquale; according to Lewis, this word translates to what?
(a) Joker.
(b) Pizza shop.
(c) Musician.
(d) Flower merchant.

2. What time frame does Lewis give for the completion of the thieves' raid on Castellammare castle to steal wheels off vehicles?
(a) 10 min.
(b) 20 min.
(c) 5 min.
(d) 15 min.

3. When Lewis and Lattarullo go to lunch and inspect the dish said to be veal, the waiter admits under questioning that it is actually what?
(a) Horse.
(b) Dog.
(c) Mule.
(d) Cat.

4. Lewis notes in November 1943 that the only avenue open to a young man of good family is diplomatic service; how many diplomatic posts are offered in Naples?
(a) 105.
(b) 60.
(c) 250.
(d) 25.

5. During Lewis' time in the American Evacuation Hospital, he is frequently disturbed by what noise a few hundred yards away?
(a) Rockets.
(b) Howitzers.
(c) Panzers.
(d) Mortars.

Short Answer Questions

1. As Lewis passes through Naples on his way back to his unit after his illness, what does he say is the general mood of the Italian civilians?

2. As Lewis and his companions prepare to land at Salerno, how does Lewis say the lecture by the Intelligence officer could have been summed up?

3. After his discussion of corrupt law enforcement, Lewis visits which of the following men who has been arrested by a corrupt police chief on ridiculous charges?

4. As "December 1943" opens, what does Lewis say is the really unpleasant part of his job?

5. When thieves raid the Field Security Office at Castellammare castle to steal wheels off vehicles, how high are the walls they have to climb to do so?

Short Essay Questions

1. When Lewis is forced to arrest Signora Esposito-Lau, what reason does her husband give as the likely one behind the arrest?

2. Describe the autumn traditions in Naples after the torrential rains in September.

3. What response does Lewis have when it is announced that Counter-Intelligence funds are to be cut to 400 lire per week for each section member?

4. When Lewis and his fellow soldiers in Benevento set up a checkpoint about three miles outside the city, what comment does Lewis make about the contraband confiscated by Marshal Altamura?

5. In "December 1943" why does Lewis say he feels uncomfortable conducting arrests?

6. What health situation does Lewis find when he leaves Benevento and returns to Naples?

7. What condition is the city of Naples in when Lewis arrives after his stay in the hospital?

8. When discussing the reasons behind the plight of Lattarullo and others like him, on what situation does Lewis place the blame in "November 1943"?

9. What surprise does a colleague of Lewis' receive when he accepts what he believes is a courteous invitation to visit a local cemetery with an informant?

10. What does Lewis learn from the Americans in his September 11, 1943 entry?

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