Two Gentlemen of Verona: Qualities of a Gentleman

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What is the city in Italy where Romeo and Juliet are believed to have lived?

Rome

Florence

Verona (correct)

Milan

What were the two small boys selling on the outskirts of Verona?

Local handicrafts

Fresh flowers

Wild strawberries (correct)

Italian souvenirs

What is one of the qualities of a gentleman?

Courteous (correct)

Rudeness

Boastful

Aggressive

What was Luigi's warning to the narrator about buying wild strawberries?

You will get fruit much better in Verona. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the story being studied in the unit?

Two Gentlemen of Verona (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the city where the story begins?

Verona (B) Signup and view all the answers

What technique will the teacher use to read the story?

A combination of different techniques (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Verona in literature?

It is the setting of Romeo and Juliet. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was striking about Nicola and Jacopo's behavior?

Their willingness to work (B) Signup and view all the answers

What did Nicola and Jacopo do to help tourists?

They conducted them around the town (C) Signup and view all the answers

What did Nicola and Jacopo do in the evening?

They waited for the last bus from Padua (A) Signup and view all the answers

What did Jacopo rest his head on?

Nicola's shoulder (D) Signup and view all the answers

What did Nicola and Jacopo sell?

Fruit and newspapers (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was Nicola's demeanor?

Serious (B) Signup and view all the answers

Where did the narrator meet Nicola and Jacopo one night?

In the windy and deserted square (C) Signup and view all the answers

What did the narrator ask Nicola in the morning?

Nicola, the way you and Jacopo work, you must earn quite a bit. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What did the narrator find impressive about the boys?

Their willingness to work (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why did Nicola not want the narrator to drive them to Poleta?

He did not want a stranger to become involved with their plans (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why did the narrator not enter Lucia's room?

He did not want to intrude into their privacy (D) Signup and view all the answers

What did Luigi, the driver, not approve of?

The boys' occupation (D) Signup and view all the answers

What motivated the boys to join the resistance movement?

The Germans had hurt their sister (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why did the author choose not to speak to the boys on their return journey?

He thought the boys would prefer to keep their secret (D) Signup and view all the answers

What did the narrator and his companion notice in the boys' faces?

A seriousness beyond their years (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does Nicola's serious answer to the narrator suggest?

He is serious about their situation (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why was the author surprised to see Nicola and Jacopo working as shoeshine boys?

Because they appeared to be from a wealthy family (D) Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about the narrator's relationship with the boys?

The narrator has just met the boys (A) Signup and view all the answers

What do the boys' replies to the narrator's question about their plans reveal about them?

They are evasive about their problems (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the narrator's decision to drive the boys to Poleta reveal about his character?

He is willing to help those in need (A) Signup and view all the answers

What do the boys exhibit when they reply to the narrator's question about their hard work?

A sense of acceptance (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the theme of the statement 'Appearances are deceptive' in the context of the two boys?

The boys' appearance is different from their true nature (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why do you think the boys looked after Lucia willingly?

Because they were kind and caring (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the phrase 'then' in the sentence 'We bought their biggest basket, then set off toward town'?

To indicate a sequence of events (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'set up' mean?

to start on a journey (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which phrase means to refuse or reject?

turn down (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'turn to' mean?

to try to get help (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'break down' mean?

to tolerate a situation (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'set off' mean?

to start crying (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'put on' mean?

to wear (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'come across' mean?

to meet or find by chance (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'turn in' mean?

to meet or find by chance (B) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Introducing the Story: Two Gentlemen of Verona

The story is set in Verona, Italy, a city famous for its connection to Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet.
The story revolves around two young boys, Nicola and Jacopo, who are selling wild strawberries.

Qualities of a Gentleman

A gentleman is courteous, considerate, and has a willingness to work.
A gentleman is respectful and has a sense of duty.

The Story Unfolds

The narrator and his companion meet Nicola and Jacopo, who are selling wild strawberries and offering various services.
The boys are hardworking and resourceful, shining shoes, selling fruit, and running errands.
The narrator is impressed by their willingness to work and their ability to perform multiple tasks.

Character Traits of the Boys

Nicola and Jacopo are serious beyond their years, showing a maturity that is unexpected.
They are willing to work hard and earn a living, despite being very young.
They are proud and independent, not wanting to rely on others for help.

Events in the Story

The narrator meets the boys in the windy and deserted square at night, where they are waiting for the last bus from Padua.
The narrator is impressed by their work ethic and asks if they must work so hard, but they reply that they are not complaining.
The boys are evasive about their plans, suggesting that they may be hiding something.

Themes and Messages

Appearances can be deceptive, as the boys' youthful faces belie their seriousness and maturity.
The story suggests that young people can take responsibility for their lives and make a positive impact on society.
The story promises hope for society, as it shows that even in difficult circumstances, people can work hard and make a difference.

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Identify the characteristics of a gentleman in the context of Shakespeare's play Two Gentlemen of Verona. This quiz helps you understand the qualities of a gentleman.