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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 simile is used to described how the place Salvatore grew up looked in the evening?
(a) Like an uninhabited planet.
(b) Like a vast wasteland.
(c) Like a remote island at midnight.
(d) Like a fairy island at sunset.

2. Why was Salvatore happy when he learned what sickness he had during military service?
(a) He would be able to continue his service.
(b) He would completely recover on his own soon.
(c) They could now cure him.
(d) He could go home.

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

4. What word is used to describe Salvatore's body after marrying?
(a) Flabby.
(b) Husky.
(c) Frail.
(d) Thin.

5. What simile is used to describe Salvatore's hands while he bathes his children?
(a) Like sandpaper.
(b) Like flowers.
(c) Like cold stones.
(d) Like buzzing bees.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Salvatore's fiancé said to carry herself like?

2. How does Salvatore feel toward his ex-fiance after learning they will not marry?

3. What work does Salvatore do when he settles home after returning from military service?

4. Why was the military difficult for Salvatore?

5. How are the cities Salvatore lives in during his military service described?

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