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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Lewis talks about the villainy common to local police chiefs, he mentions which one in particular who has recently had several charges brought against him?

2. The corrupt police chief says at the end of "December 1943" that he has to prevent a blood feud; what item do local families use to represent blood feuds?

3. As he discusses the frustrations of the Italian boys who have lost the local girls to soldiers, Lewis says that an American soldier can offer a girl all BUT WHICH of the following?

4. On which of the following dates does Lewis see a British officer beating an Italian man, which he describes as the most revolting thing he's seen since the war began?

5. When Lewis discusses Neapolitan vendettas he says that which of the following individuals told him about this, or else he would not know?

Short Essay Questions

1. In "January 1944" why does Lewis say that his other security responsibilities--the small towns around Naples--are pointless?

2. 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?

3. What reasons does Lewis give for the theft of copper when he is sent to investigate the problem?

4. Describe the information Lewis and the other men in his section have when they first arrive in Salerno.

5. When Lewis investigates Marshal Benvenuto's case against Giovanni Albano, what reason does the Marshal give for the arrest?

6. What embarrassing and uncomfortable experience does Lewis relate when he comes into contact with Professore Placella?

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

8. What sort of experience does Lewis describe in regards to the prostitutes who have set up business in Naples?

9. When Antonio Priore is sentenced to 3 years in jail for his part in the theft and sale of Allied copper, what reason does Lewis give for the long sentence?

10. What happens to the operational maps the Allies find upon completion of the successful raid at Anzio?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In a well-developed essay, cite two superstitious or religious practices of the Neapolitan people and explain Lewis' reaction to each. Include supporting information from the book in your response.

Essay Topic 2

Analyze and explain the relationship between Captain Frazer and Signora Lola; chose three moments in their relationship discussed by Lewis and explain how each illustrates a point about the relationship in general. Include quotes and supporting information from the text.

Essay Topic 3

Using all available instances, compare and contrast the behavior of the American soldiers with that of the Canadians.

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