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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. Italians, like many other people, must one day realize what about life?

2. The people of this island are extremely ________________.

3. What do most Italians think about contemporary capitalism?

4. People in Southern Italy live more intense lives relying on their instincts but run what risk?

5. Why could this man not achieve practical results?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the fundamental reason for why the South will not narrow the gap between itself and the North?

2. Why will the gap between the Northerners and the Southerners not improve in the immediate future?

3. Describe the organization of Italian groups.

4. What is meant by mafioso?

5. What is the main source of power for Italians? Describe this power.

6. What have the Italians learned is their best defense against problems?

7. What is hidden under the facade that most foreigners know as Italy?

8. What do most Italians think of free expression?

9. What do the Sicilians call the Mafia? What do Mafia members think of themselves?

10. What is one difference between Northerners and Southerners?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Italians believed newborn babies are surrounded by genii.

Part 1) What are genii? Why do they believe these surround babies?

Part 2) How do Italians use genii to explain their circumstances and hardships in life? How does this affect their behavior?

Part 3) What are your thoughts on genii? How would they deal with life's hardships?

Essay Topic 2

Free expression is considered a luxury.

Part 1) What is meant by free expression? Why is it considered a luxury? For whom is free expression? Why?

Part 2) How does this belief affect Italians and their goals in life?

Part 3) How does this compare to the average American's belief about free expression? How are the beliefs regarding free expression reflected in each country's society? Is one better than another? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Foreigners have come to Italy since ancient times.

Part 1) Describe these ancient travels. Why was it so difficult?

Part 2) What is the importance of Rome? How does this continue to draw visitors?

Part 3) To what other nations might one compare Italy? How? Why?

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