Signor Speranza and Alberto's Car Ride

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What surprises Signor Speranza as he turns onto the main boulevard?

Spotting a famous film star

Realizing he forgot something at home

Hearing a loud noise from the engine

Seeing a familiar fast-food restaurant (correct)

Who does Alberto mention as planning to buy a house in Oliveto?

George Clooney (correct)

One of Signor Speranza's friends

Brad Pitt

An unknown film director

What film does Alberto mention George Clooney starred in?

Il Biondo

Mambo Italiano

An untitled film

The Ocean film (correct)

How does Alberto describe George Clooney's appearance to help Signor Speranza remember him?

The one with black hair and an aunt (C) Signup and view all the answers

What causes Signor Speranza to consider turning down the radio?

His friend shouting over the music (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is Signor Speranza's initial reaction when hearing about George Clooney's possible house purchase?

'Why would he want to do that?' (A) Signup and view all the answers

What has Signor Speranza not done in twenty-five years, but was doing now?

Smoking a cigarette (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does Signor Speranza describe the boar mounted over Maestro's shop awning?

Staring beadily over the horizon (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why does Signor Speranza compare himself and Signor Maestro to brothers?

Because of their similar gazes in one direction (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does Signor Speranza ask the boar and the sky, seeking guidance?

'Is this what you want me to do?' (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does Signor Speranza ponder when considering his next steps?

Accepting his current situation (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does Signor Maestro respond to Signor Speranza's casual approach in the shop?

He made a guttural sound in his throat (C) Signup and view all the answers

What did Signor Speranza do with the bag of crisps?

Snatched them from the priest's hand and shook the crumbs onto the step (D) Signup and view all the answers

What did Signor Speranza do with the Roomba?

Nudged it over the threshold and sent the priest out to fetch it (A) Signup and view all the answers

In what condition did Antonella enter the shop?

Out of breath with hoop earrings stuck in her hair (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why was Signor Speranza relieved when Antonella arrived at the shop?

'Because Antonella brought news about Dante Rinaldi (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was Smilzo's reaction upon hearing Dante Rinaldi's name?

He glanced at Antonella and swallowed repeatedly (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why did Signor Speranza consider lying in front of a priest different?

'Lying in front of a priest felt more serious than usual' (D) Signup and view all the answers

What feeling overcame Signor Speranza while sitting on the couch between Signor and Signora Rossi?

A divine message (A) Signup and view all the answers

What did Signor Speranza mention about the actor Dante Rinaldi to Signor and Signora Rossi?

He stated that Dante Rinaldi was looking to buy property in their area (A) Signup and view all the answers

What did Signor Speranza imply about Serena in his conversation with Signor and Signora Rossi?

That her opinion might change if Dante Rinaldi bought property there (A) Signup and view all the answers

What commandment does Signor Speranza think he may have violated?

The Ninth Commandment (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why did Signor Speranza feel his nerves coming apart while hurtling down the mountain?

Because he realized he had acted too rashly (B) Signup and view all the answers

What event occurred while Signor Speranza was descending the mountain for the second time ever?

His mobile phone rang (C) Signup and view all the answers

What did Signor Speranza expect the creatures to do as he approached?

Scatter (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was Signor Rossi's initial reaction when Signor Speranza approached him?

He covered his eyes with his hands (C) Signup and view all the answers

How did the creatures appear to Signor Speranza from a distance?

Schnauzers covering a mound (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was Signor Speranza's reaction when he realized what the creatures were?

He groaned in disappointment (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why was Signor Speranza disappointed when he approached the creatures?

They did not move as he expected (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text reveal about Signor Speranza's courage when approaching the creatures?

He charged across the lawn despite uncertainty (B) Signup and view all the answers