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What is the city in Italy where Romeo and Juliet are believed to have lived?
Verona
What were the two small boys selling on the outskirts of Verona?
Wild strawberries
What is one of the qualities of a gentleman?
Courteous
What was Luigi's warning to the narrator about buying wild strawberries?
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What is the name of the story being studied in the unit?
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What is the name of the city where the story begins?
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What technique will the teacher use to read the story?
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What is the significance of Verona in literature?
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What was striking about Nicola and Jacopo's behavior?
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What did Nicola and Jacopo do to help tourists?
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What did Nicola and Jacopo do in the evening?
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What did Jacopo rest his head on?
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What did Nicola and Jacopo sell?
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What was Nicola's demeanor?
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Where did the narrator meet Nicola and Jacopo one night?
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What did the narrator ask Nicola in the morning?
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What did the narrator find impressive about the boys?
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Why did Nicola not want the narrator to drive them to Poleta?
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Why did the narrator not enter Lucia's room?
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What did Luigi, the driver, not approve of?
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What motivated the boys to join the resistance movement?
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Why did the author choose not to speak to the boys on their return journey?
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What did the narrator and his companion notice in the boys' faces?
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What does Nicola's serious answer to the narrator suggest?
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Why was the author surprised to see Nicola and Jacopo working as shoeshine boys?
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What can be inferred about the narrator's relationship with the boys?
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What do the boys' replies to the narrator's question about their plans reveal about them?
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What does the narrator's decision to drive the boys to Poleta reveal about his character?
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What do the boys exhibit when they reply to the narrator's question about their hard work?
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What is the theme of the statement 'Appearances are deceptive' in the context of the two boys?
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Why do you think the boys looked after Lucia willingly?
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What is the purpose of the phrase 'then' in the sentence 'We bought their biggest basket, then set off toward town'?
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What does the phrase 'set up' mean?
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Which phrase means to refuse or reject?
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What does the phrase 'turn to' mean?
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What does the phrase 'break down' mean?
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What does the phrase 'set off' mean?
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What does the phrase 'put on' mean?
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What does the phrase 'come across' mean?
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What does the phrase 'turn in' mean?
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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.
