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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 is the name of the island on which Salvatore was raised?
(a) Procida.
(b) Ischia.
(c) Forio.
(d) Panza.

2. How is Salvatore's laughter described when he bathes his child?
(a) Like the devil.
(b) Like an old man.
(c) Like an angel.
(d) Like a child.

3. What did foreigners say about Italian fishermen when they saw Salvatore on the beach?
(a) They were the salt of the earth.
(b) They were lazy devils.
(c) They were unfortunate peasants.
(d) They were hard workers.

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

5. Whom did Assunta have "nothing but harsh words for" (7)?
(a) Her former fiancé.
(b) Salvatore's mother.
(c) Salvatore's former fiancé.
(d) Her children.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Salvatore's father's occupation?

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

3. What does the narrator say Salvatore spent his mornings at the start of the story?

4. What word is used to describe Salvatore's body after marrying?

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

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