How does Joppolo achieve getting a new bell for the town? Does he succeed?

Why do the townspeople hate Mayor Nasta? What does he represent for them?

Discuss why the Germans would help Mayor Nasta escape from jail, while not helping themselves to escape as well?

Imagine what would have happened if Joppolo had remained in Adano. What relationships would have continued? How would he have handled his popularity in the long-term?

How does Joppolo get Sergeant Livingston from the Navy on his side? What social tricks does he use to get him on his side? Is this relationship important for the town of Adano and if so, why or why not?

Analyze the impact of General Marvin in the town of Adano and on the lives of the soldiers under him. Compare his actions to those of the Fascists that ruled before the...