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Question 1Italian grammar and vocabulary

Choose the correct verb form to complete the sentence. "Ieri sera Marco __________ a casa tardi perché c'era molto traffico."

  1. è tornato Correct answer.
  2. ha tornato
  3. tornava
  4. tornerà

Explanation

The verb 'tornare' is an intransitive verb of movement that requires the auxiliary 'essere' in compound tenses: 'è tornato'. Past participle agreement applies ('Marco' -> masculine singular).

Question 2Italian grammar and vocabulary

Complete the sentence with the appropriate past tense. "Da bambini, noi __________ sempre al mare durante le vacanze estive."

  1. siamo andati
  2. andavamo Correct answer.
  3. andremo
  4. fummmo andati

Explanation

The phrase 'Da bambini' (As children) paired with 'sempre' (always) indicates a habitual, repeated action in the past, which requires the Imperfetto ('andavamo').

Question 3Italian grammar and vocabulary

Which option correctly completes the present continuous construction in Italian? "In questo momento, gli studenti __________ un esame di lingua."

  1. stanno facendo Correct answer.
  2. sono facendo
  3. hanno fatto
  4. stavano facendo

Explanation

The progressive aspect in Italian is formed with the verb 'stare' + gerundio. For 'gli studenti' (3rd person plural) in the present tense ('in questo momento'), the correct form is 'stanno facendo'.

Question 4Italian grammar and vocabulary

Choose the correct past participle agreement. "Maria ha comprato tre mele e le ha __________ tutte."

  1. mangiate Correct answer.
  2. mangiato
  3. mangiati
  4. mangiata

Explanation

When a direct object pronoun (here 'le' referring to 'tre mele', feminine plural) precedes the verb in compound tenses with 'avere', the past participle MUST agree in gender and number with the pronoun: 'le ha mangiate'.

Question 5Italian grammar and vocabulary

Select the correct future tense form. "Domani mattina il professore __________ la lezione alle nove."

  1. inizierà Correct answer.
  2. iniziava
  3. ha iniziato
  4. inizierebbe

Explanation

'Domani mattina' points to a future time, requiring the futuro semplice form 'inizierà' (3rd person singular of iniziare).

Question 6Reading and written dialogue comprehension

Read the text and answer the question. "La città di Torino ha inaugurato un nuovo parco pubblico interamente dedicato alla biodiversità urbana. Il progetto, finanziato dalla regione Piemonte, comprende oltre duemila alberi e un'ampia area didattica per le scuole." According to the passage, who funded the new urban biodiversity park in Turin?

  1. The municipality of Turin
  2. The Piedmont regional government Correct answer.
  3. A group of local primary schools
  4. A private environmental foundation

Explanation

The passage explicitly states 'finanziato dalla regione Piemonte' (funded by the region of Piedmont). On PAU reading comprehension tasks, candidates must locate explicit factual details directly in the text without confusing the administrator with the funding entity.

Question 7Reading and written dialogue comprehension

Read the text and answer the question. "Secondo uno studio recente, la dieta mediterranea continua a essere il modello alimentare più salutare in Europa, anche se i giovani italiani consumano sempre più cibi pronti a causa del ritmo di vita frenetico." What main contrast does the passage highlight regarding young Italians?

  1. They cook traditional meals daily despite living in big cities
  2. They consume more ready-made food despite the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet Correct answer.
  3. They refuse to buy Mediterranean produce because it is too expensive
  4. They prefer European fast food to local Italian restaurants

Explanation

The text contrasts the recognized health benefits of the Mediterranean diet ('modello alimentare più salutare') with the reality that young Italians are eating more convenience food ('consumano sempre più cibi pronti') due to a fast-paced lifestyle.

Question 8Reading and written dialogue comprehension

Read the text and answer the question. "Molti musei italiani offrono l'ingresso gratuito la prima domenica del mese. Questa iniziativa ha portato a un aumento significativo dei visitatori, soprattutto tra i residenti locali che prima visitavano rari monumenti della propria città." What was the main outcome of offering free entry on the first Sunday of the month?

  1. Museums recorded financial losses due to lower ticket sales
  2. A noticeable increase in visitors, particularly local residents Correct answer.
  3. A reduction in foreign tourism across major Italian cities
  4. The closure of smaller historical monuments during weekends

Explanation

The text notes 'un aumento significativo dei visitatori, soprattutto tra i residenti locali' (a significant increase in visitors, especially among local residents).

Question 9Reading and written dialogue comprehension

Read the text and answer the question. "L'uso dei veicoli elettrici nelle aree urbane riduce notevolmente l'inquinamento acustico ed atmosferico. Tuttavia, la mancanza di colonnine di ricarica ostacola ancora la loro diffusione su larga scala." According to the passage, what obstacle hinders the widespread adoption of electric vehicles?

  1. High electricity prices in urban centers
  2. The insufficient number of charging stations Correct answer.
  3. The excessive noise produced by electric engines
  4. Strict traffic regulations in city centers

Explanation

The word 'mancanza' means lack or shortage; 'mancanza di colonnine di ricarica' refers directly to the lack of charging stations hindering adoption.

Question 10Reading and written dialogue comprehension

Read the text and answer the question. "Il festival del cinema di Venezia celebra quest'anno la sua ottantesima edizione. Registi da tutto il mondo presenteranno opere inedite che affrontano tematiche sociali contemporanee." What type of films will be presented at the Venice Film Festival according to the snippet?

  1. Historical documentaries about classic Italian cinema
  2. Unreleased works addressing contemporary social themes Correct answer.
  3. Restored silent films from the early twentieth century
  4. Commercial comedies aimed exclusively at children

Explanation

'Opere inedite' means unreleased/new works, and the text specifies that they deal with 'tematiche sociali contemporanee' (contemporary social themes).

Question 11Writing, mediation and interaction

Which writing foundation types are offered in the modern-language Schreiben Teil II pattern described for Italian?

  1. Only multiple-choice grammar bubbles
  2. A literary text task and a non-literary text task for selection Correct answer.
  3. Only a mathematics proof
  4. Only a German translation without Italian

Explanation

Facherlass/modern-language structure gives a literary and a non-literary Schreibaufgabe for selection; work is in the foreign language.

Question 12Writing, mediation and interaction

When planning a Stellungnahme in Schreiben, the strongest first move is:

  1. State a clear thesis, then support with text evidence and a weighed counterpoint Correct answer.
  2. Copy the source text word-for-word without stance
  3. Write only in English because the bank is English
  4. List unrelated chemistry equations

Explanation

Official writing rewards structured argumentation with textual grounding; this MCQ bank only trains planning judgment.

Question 13Writing, mediation and interaction

Literary vs non-literary Schreiben choice should mainly depend on:

  1. Which task you can analyze more precisely under time with the operators given Correct answer.
  2. Whichever has more pictures only
  3. Random coin flip with no reading
  4. Avoiding Italian entirely

Explanation

Candidates select the literary or non-literary Aufgabe they can handle best; one task typically links to Schwerpunkt/Themenfelder.

Question 14Writing, mediation and interaction

Which operator cluster best fits deep literary analysis rather than mere summary?

  1. Analizzare / interpretare relationships between form and meaning Correct answer.
  2. Only elencare dates without commentary
  3. Only copiare the plot in identical wording
  4. Only tradurre into English and stop

Explanation

Analysis and interpretation operators require explaining how language and structure create effects-core Abitur writing skill.

Question 15Reading and written dialogue comprehension

Read the text and answer the question. "Negli ultimi anni, la transizione digitale ha trasformato radicalmente il mercato del lavoro in Italia. Se da un lato sono nate nuove professioni legate all'intelligenza artificiale e alla sicurezza informatica, dall'altro si registra una crescente difficoltà nel reperire figure professionali specializzate (il cosiddetto 'mismatch' di competenze)." What dual aspect of the digital transition does the author describe?

  1. An increase in salaries alongside a reduction in working hours
  2. The emergence of new tech professions combined with a shortage of skilled applicants Correct answer.
  3. The complete disappearance of traditional jobs replaced by remote work overseas
  4. A decline in university enrollment paired with an abundance of entry-level jobs

Explanation

The text presents two sides ('da un lato... dall'altro'): the birth of new AI and cybersecurity jobs, contrasted with the difficulty of finding qualified personnel ('mismatch di competenze').

Question 16Reading and written dialogue comprehension

Read the snippet and determine the meaning of the word 'reperire' in context. "...si registra una crescente difficoltà nel reperire figure professionali specializzate..."

  1. To find / procure Correct answer.
  2. To train / educate
  3. To dismiss / fire
  4. To evaluate / test

Explanation

In Italian, 'reperire' means to find, source, or locate (trovare / rintracciare). Here it refers to finding specialized professionals.

Question 17Reading and written dialogue comprehension

Read the passage and choose the true statement. "L'Italia è il primo paese europeo per percentuale di riciclo dei rifiuti speciali e urbani, raggiungendo una quota superiore all'80%. Tuttavia, permangono profonde disparità regionali tra le regioni del Nord, dove la raccolta differenziata supera l'85%, e alcune zone del Mezzogiorno, dove la gestione degli impianti appare ancora inadeguata." Which statement is accurate according to the passage?

  1. Southern Italy leads the nation in recycling efficiency with over 85%
  2. Italy recycles over 80% of its waste, though regional disparities exist between North and South Correct answer.
  3. Northern Italy produces more unseparated waste than any other region in Europe
  4. Italy has failed to reach European targets for urban waste management

Explanation

The passage confirms Italy's national overall recycling rate exceeds 80% ('superiore all'80%') but highlights significant North-South regional inequalities ('disparità regionali').

Question 18Reading and written dialogue comprehension

Read the passage and answer the question. "Benché lo spopolamento dei borghi interni sia un fenomeno in corso da decenni, negli ultimi anni si assiste a una controtendenza: giovani artigiani e professionisti digitali stanno riscoprendo i centri minori, attratti da ritmi di vita meno frenetici e da costi abitativi contenuti." Why are young professionals moving to small rural villages (borghi)?

  1. They are mandatory government assignments under agricultural development programs
  2. They seek slower-paced lifestyles and affordable housing costs Correct answer.
  3. High-speed transport links now connect every small village to major European capitals
  4. Industrial factories have relocated their main headquarters to rural areas

Explanation

The text explicitly mentions two main attractions: 'ritmi di vita meno frenetici' (less hectic pace of life) and 'costi abitativi contenuti' (contained/affordable housing costs).

Question 19Reading and written dialogue comprehension

In the sentence "...ritmi di vita meno frenetici e da costi abitativi contenuti", what does 'contenuti' mean?

  1. Restrained / moderate / low Correct answer.
  2. Included inside a box
  3. Satisfied and happy
  4. Exorbitant and high

Explanation

When applied to costs or prices, 'contenuti' (from contenere) means kept within reasonable limits, i.e., moderate or low.

Question 20Reading and written dialogue comprehension

Read the text and answer the question. "La lingua italiana è in continua evoluzione, specialmente sotto l'influenza dei neologismi inglesi nell'ambito dell'informatica e del lavoro. Molti linguisti, pur senza cedere ad allarmismi puristici, sottolineano l'importanza di salvaguardare il patrimonio lessicale tradizionale per garantire la chiarezza espressiva." What attitude do linguists hold regarding English loanwords according to the text?

  1. They demand strict legal bans on all foreign words in public communication
  2. They avoid purist alarmism but stress protecting traditional vocabulary for clarity Correct answer.
  3. They completely support replacing Italian terminology with English jargon
  4. They claim English words make Italian grammar simpler to learn

Explanation

The text states 'pur senza cedere ad allarmismi puristici, sottolineano l'importanza di salvaguardare il patrimonio lessicale tradizionale' (without yielding to purist alarmism, they stress safeguarding traditional vocabulary).

Question 21Reading and written dialogue comprehension

Read the text snippet and answer. "Nessuno avrebbe mai immaginato che la piccola start-up nata in un garage milanese potesse diventare, nel giro di soli cinque anni, un punto di riferimento globale nell'ambito delle energie rinnovabili." What main idea is conveyed by this sentence?

  1. The rapid and surprising global success of a small Milanese start-up Correct answer.
  2. The difficulties of finding affordable garage spaces in Milan
  3. The failure of renewable energy companies in Northern Italy
  4. The long process of obtaining industrial patents over decades

Explanation

The expression 'Nessuno avrebbe mai immaginato...' emphasizes the unexpected and swift rise ('nel giro di soli cinque anni') of a humble garage startup into a global renewable energy leader.

Question 22Reading and written dialogue comprehension

Read the passage and choose the best logical summary. "Sebbene la lettura digitale su e-reader offra indubbi vantaggi di praticità e spazio, numerosi studi confermano che la lettura su carta favorisce una comprensione più profonda e una migliore memorizzazione del testo a lungo termine." Which statement best captures the conclusion of the studies mentioned?

  1. E-readers will entirely replace print books within the next few years
  2. Paper reading enhances deep comprehension and long-term memory retention compared to digital screens Correct answer.
  3. Digital reading is proven to cause cognitive impairment in young readers
  4. Print books are less practical and therefore less useful for academic study

Explanation

The text asserts that while e-readers are practical, paper reading ('lettura su carta') fosters 'una comprensione più profonda e una migliore memorizzazione del testo a lungo termine'.

Question 23Reading and written dialogue comprehension

In the passage above, what is the rhetorical function of the structure "non è più... né... bensì..."?

  1. It rejects two traditional interpretations to assert a new defining concept Correct answer.
  2. It lists three identical historical causes that led to architectural decline
  3. It expresses chronological sequence across three consecutive centuries
  4. It poses a rhetorical question followed by two tentative hypotheses

Explanation

The correlative structure 'non... né... bensì...' negates two concepts (mere fortress / detached divine monument) in order to strongly affirm the third concept (measure of the anthropocentric universe).

Question 24Reading and written dialogue comprehension

Read the excerpt and answer the question. "Ove mai si dovesse verificare una contrazione imprevista dei consumi energetici nei mesi invernali, le aziende fornitrici sarebbero costrette a ricalibrare i piani di investimento già approvati, con ripercussioni inevitabili sull'occupazione del settore." What scenario does the introductory archaic/formal condition 'Ove mai si dovesse verificare...' describe?

  1. An unexpected decline in winter energy consumption that might force companies to adjust investment plans Correct answer.
  2. A confirmed increase in energy production scheduled for the coming spring
  3. A permanent ban on fossil fuels enacted by international decree
  4. A planned reduction in utility bills guaranteed for all residential households

Explanation

'Ove mai' (If ever / In the event that) introduces a hypothetical condition. The text outlines a scenario where an unexpected drop in winter energy usage ('contrazione imprevista dei consumi') forces investment plan adjustments and affects employment.

Question 25Reading and written dialogue comprehension

Read the passage and identify the implicit assumption. "La transizione ecologica non può prescindere da una profonda revisione degli stili di vita individuali; affidarsi esclusivamente all'innovazione tecnologica rischia di creare un falso senso di sicurezza che ritarda le riforme strutturali necessarie." What implicit assumption underlies the author's argument?

  1. Technological innovation alone is insufficient to solve the ecological crisis without individual behavioral changes Correct answer.
  2. Individual lifestyle choices have no measurable impact compared to industrial technology
  3. Structural reforms are unnecessary if green technologies continue to advance rapidly
  4. Ecological transition will automatically be achieved once electric cars become universal

Explanation

The author explicitly states that relying solely on technology ('affidarsi esclusivamente all'innovazione tecnologica') creates false security, assuming that individual lifestyle changes are an essential prerequisite for true ecological transition.

Question 26Reading and written dialogue comprehension

In the text above, what is the precise meaning of 'prescindere da'?

  1. To leave aside / ignore / dispense with Correct answer.
  2. To depend entirely upon
  3. To cause directly
  4. To prevent from occurring

Explanation

'Non può prescindere da...' means 'cannot be detached from / cannot ignore / cannot dispense with...'. It indicates an indispensable relationship.

Question 27Italian grammar and vocabulary

Complete the sentence with the appropriate reflexive verb. "Ogni mattina Giulia __________ alle sette per andare a scuola."

  1. si sveglia Correct answer.
  2. sveglia
  3. ci svegliamo
  4. si è svegliato

Explanation

The subject 'Giulia' requires the 3rd person singular reflexive pronoun 'si' and present tense verb 'sveglia': 'si sveglia' (wakes up).

Question 28Italian grammar and vocabulary

Choose the sentence that correctly distinguishes background state from completed action. "Mentre Luca __________, il telefono __________."

  1. studiava / ha squillato Correct answer.
  2. ha studiato / squillava
  3. studierà / squillerà
  4. studia / aveva squillato

Explanation

'Mentre' introduces an ongoing background action in the past (imperfetto: 'studiava'), which is interrupted by a single completed event (passato prossimo: 'ha squillato').

Question 29Italian grammar and vocabulary

Replace the underlined direct object with the correct pronoun. "Vedo Paolo in biblioteca tutti i giorni." -> "__________ vedo in biblioteca tutti i giorni."

  1. Lo Correct answer.
  2. Gli
  3. La
  4. Le

Explanation

'Paolo' is a masculine singular direct object (chi? / whom?). The corresponding direct object pronoun is 'Lo'.

Question 30Italian grammar and vocabulary

Choose the correct indirect object pronoun. "Ho telefonato a Francesca per dirle la notizia." What does 'le' mean here?

  1. to her Correct answer.
  2. to him
  3. them
  4. her (direct object)

Explanation

In Italian, 'le' as an unstressed indirect object pronoun attached to an infinitive ('dirle' = dire + le) means 'to her' (a lei).

Question 31Italian grammar and vocabulary

Select the sentence with the correct pronoun position in a negative sentence. "Non conoscevamo la risposta."

  1. Non la conoscevamo. Correct answer.
  2. La non conoscevamo.
  3. Non conoscevamola.
  4. Conoscevamola non.

Explanation

In negative sentences with conjugated verbs, the negative particle 'non' precedes the object pronoun: 'Non la conoscevamo'.

Question 32Italian grammar and vocabulary

Which relative pronoun correctly completes the sentence? "Il libro __________ sto leggendo è molto interessante."

  1. che Correct answer.
  2. cui
  3. chi
  4. quale

Explanation

'Che' is the invariable relative pronoun used as a direct object or subject without prepositions. Here it functions as direct object: 'The book [that/which] I am reading...'.

Question 33Italian grammar and vocabulary

Choose the correct pronoun to complete the question. "Hai visto i miei occhiali? No, non __________ ho visti."

  1. li Correct answer.
  2. le
  3. lo
  4. gli

Explanation

'I miei occhiali' is a masculine plural direct object. The matching direct object pronoun is 'li', causing past participle agreement ('visti').

Question 34Italian grammar and vocabulary

Complete the phrase with the correct possessive pronoun. "Questa penna è la mia; dov'è la __________?"

  1. tua Correct answer.
  2. tuo
  3. tuoi
  4. tue

Explanation

Possessive pronouns agree in gender and number with the noun they replace. 'Penna' is feminine singular, so 'la tua' is required.

Question 35Italian grammar and vocabulary

Select the correct combined preposition (preposizione articolata). "I libri sono __________ tavolo nel salotto."

  1. sul Correct answer.
  2. su
  3. sullo
  4. sulla

Explanation

Preposition 'su' + definite article 'il' (for masculine noun 'tavolo' starting with a consonant) combines into 'sul'.

Question 36Italian grammar and vocabulary

Which preposition correctly expresses city destination? "Mio fratello parte domani per andare __________ Roma."

  1. a Correct answer.
  2. in
  3. da
  4. su

Explanation

In Italian, cities take the simple preposition 'a' (e.g., vado a Roma, a Milano, a Parigi), whereas countries take 'in'.

Question 37Italian grammar and vocabulary

Choose the correct preposition to complete the sentence. "Il treno proviene __________ Milano ed è in arrivo al binario 4."

  1. da Correct answer.
  2. a
  3. per
  4. in

Explanation

The verb 'provenire' (to originate from) governs the preposition 'da' to express point of origin: 'proviene da Milano'.

Question 38Italian grammar and vocabulary

Complete the time expression with the appropriate preposition. "Studio l'italiano __________ tre anni e lo parlo abbastanza bene."

  1. da Correct answer.
  2. per
  3. fa
  4. in

Explanation

'Da' + present tense indicates an action that started in the past and continues into the present: 'Studio l'italiano da tre anni' (I have been studying Italian for three years).

Question 39Italian grammar and vocabulary

Identify the false friend (falso amico) between Italian and Spanish. What does the Italian word 'burro' mean in English?

  1. Butter Correct answer.
  2. Donkey
  3. Mud
  4. Desk

Explanation

In Italian, 'burro' means butter. It is a famous false friend for Spanish speakers, where 'burro' means donkey (in Italian: asino).

Question 40Italian grammar and vocabulary

What is the meaning of the Italian verb 'salire'?

  1. To go up / ascend Correct answer.
  2. To exit / leave
  3. To salt food
  4. To greet someone

Explanation

'Salire' in Italian means to go up, climb, or get on a vehicle. It is a false friend with Spanish 'salir' (which means to exit; in Italian 'uscire').

Question 41Italian grammar and vocabulary

Choose the word that correctly completes the sentence contextually. "Per preparare un'ottima pizza napoletana occorre la __________ di tipo 00."

  1. farina Correct answer.
  2. farmacia
  3. fabbrica
  4. forchetta

Explanation

'Farina' is flour, the basic ingredient needed for pizza dough. 'Farmacia' (pharmacy), 'fabbrica' (factory), and 'forchetta' (fork) are contextually incorrect.

Question 42Italian grammar and vocabulary

What is the correct meaning of the Italian expression 'essere al verde'?

  1. To be penniless / broke Correct answer.
  2. To be environmentally friendly
  3. To be jealous
  4. To be inexperienced

Explanation

The idiomatic expression 'essere al verde' in Italian means to have no money left (to be broke).

Question 43Italian grammar and vocabulary

Choose the correct form of the present subjunctive (congiuntivo presente). "Penso che Maria __________ ragioni in questa situazione."

  1. abbia Correct answer.
  2. ha
  3. avesse
  4. avrà

Explanation

Verbs of opinion ('penso che') in main clauses require the subjunctive in subordinate clauses. Present tense main verb 'penso' requires Congiuntivo Presente 'abbia' (3rd person singular of avere).

Question 44Italian grammar and vocabulary

Select the correct congiuntivo presente of 'essere' for 3rd person singular. "Spero che il tempo __________ bello durante il weekend."

  1. sia Correct answer.
  2. è
  3. fosse
  4. sarà

Explanation

'Spero che' (I hope that) expresses hope/emotion and triggers the congiuntivo presente. The 3rd person singular congiuntivo presente of 'essere' is 'sia'.

Question 45Italian grammar and vocabulary

Which conjunction MUST be followed by the subjunctive mood?

  1. Sebbene (Although) Correct answer.
  2. Perché (Because / answer)
  3. Quando (When)
  4. Secondo me (In my opinion)

Explanation

'Sebbene' (although/even though) is a concession conjunction that strictly requires the congiuntivo (e.g., sebbene sia stanco...).

Question 46Italian grammar and vocabulary

Complete the sentence with the correct congiuntivo presente form of 'fare'. "È necessario che tutti __________ la propria parte per proteggere l'ambiente."

  1. facciano Correct answer.
  2. fanno
  3. facessero
  4. faranno

Explanation

Impersonal expressions of necessity ('è necessario che') trigger the congiuntivo. 'Tutti' is 3rd person plural, requiring 'facciano' (congiuntivo presente of fare).

Question 47Italian grammar and vocabulary

Choose the correct past tense combination to complete the sequence of events. "Quando Maria __________ a casa, ha scoperto che qualcuno __________ la porta d'ingresso."

  1. è arrivata / aveva aperto Correct answer.
  2. era arrivata / ha aperto
  3. arrivava / apriva
  4. è arrivata / aprirà

Explanation

The main event of arriving at home is in the passato prossimo ('è arrivata'). The prior past event (the door having been opened before her arrival) requires the Trapassato Prossimo ('aveva aperto').

Question 48Italian grammar and vocabulary

Complete the sentence with the appropriate conditional tense. "Se avessi avuto più tempo libero, __________ volentieri alla tua festa."

  1. sarei venuto Correct answer.
  2. sarei venire
  3. venivo
  4. verrò

Explanation

This is a Type 3 (unreal past) conditional sentence: 'Se' + congiuntivo trapassato ('avessi avuto') requires the condizionale passato ('sarei venuto') in the main clause.

Question 49Italian grammar and vocabulary

Select the correct form of the future perfect (futuro composto). "Appena Paolo __________ l'università, cercherà un lavoro all'estero."

  1. avrà finito Correct answer.
  2. ha finito
  3. finirà
  4. avrebbe finito

Explanation

In temporal clauses introduced by 'appena', 'non appena', or 'quando' referring to future time, an action completed prior to another future action requires the Futuro Composto ('avrà finito').

Question 50Italian grammar and vocabulary

Choose the sentence that correctly expresses an unfulfilled wish in the past. "Ieri __________ andare al cinema, ma ho dovuto studiare per l'esame."

  1. avrei voluto Correct answer.
  2. ho voluto
  3. vorrei
  4. volevo

Explanation

An unfulfilled wish or intention in the past is expressed using the past conditional of modal verbs: 'avrei voluto' (I would have liked to, but couldn't).