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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 5 - 8 .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What would Salvatore do when his rheumatism made it impossible for him to work?
(a) Drink till dawn.
(b) Lay in his bed.
(c) Rest on the beach.
(d) Sob in the dark.

2. How is Assunta described physically?
(a) Heavy-set but jolly.
(b) Unattractive and old-looking.
(c) Unkempt and scraggly.
(d) Beautiful and delicate featured.

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

4. What was Assunta able to purchase for Salvatore if they married?
(a) A new suit.
(b) A boat and a home.
(c) A gold watch.
(d) A horse and buggy.

5. How long did Salvatore spend in the hospital during his military service?
(a) Several months.
(b) 8 hours.
(c) A few days.
(d) One year.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why would Salvatore look at Ischia every evening?

2. How does the narrator describe Salvatore's eyes at the start of the story?

3. Who was not there waiting for Salvatore in Naples when he returned from military service?

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

5. With whom did Salvatore fish with on his boat in the evenings during fishing season?

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