Exercise 4.1: Asking Directions Practice

Exercise 4.1: Asking Directions Practice 🗺️🤔 #

Lost in translation? Not anymore! Practice these scenarios to become a pro at asking for and understanding directions in Italian. Viktor is here to guide Geoff, but can Geoff get it right?

1. Fill in the Blanks – Complete the Dialogue #

Scenario: Geoff is lost (again) in Padova, and Viktor is ready to help.

  1. Geoff: Scusi, _____ il Duomo? (Excuse me, where is the Duomo?)
    Viktor: Sempre dritto e poi _____ a destra. (Straight ahead and then turn right.)

  2. Geoff: Grazie mille! E per trovare una farmacia? (Thank you so much! And to find a pharmacy?)
    Viktor: Gira a _____ e la trovi accanto alla piazza. (Turn left, and you’ll find it next to the square.)

2. Match the Phrases – Who Says What? #

Match the Italian phrase to its meaning or context. Write the letter next to the number.

  1. Scusi, dov’è la stazione?
  2. Sempre dritto.
  3. Gira a sinistra.
  4. C’è un bagno qui vicino?

A) Is there a bathroom nearby?
B) Excuse me, where is the train station?
C) Turn left.
D) Straight ahead.

3. Multiple Choice – Choose the Best Response #

Choose the correct Italian phrase for each situation.

  1. Geoff wants to ask for the nearest museum. What should he say?

    • A) Scusi, c’è un museo qui vicino?
    • B) Sempre dritto.
    • C) Gira a sinistra.

  2. Viktor tells Geoff to go straight and then turn right. What does Viktor say?

    • A) Gira a sinistra, poi a destra.
    • B) Sempre dritto e poi gira a destra.
    • C) C’è un bagno qui vicino?

  3. Geoff asks for the train station. Viktor responds:

    • A) Sempre dritto.
    • B) Scusi, dov’è la stazione?
    • C) Gira a destra, grazie.

4. Create Your Own Dialogue #

Imagine a conversation where you ask for directions to the nearest café. Use at least two phrases from this lesson.

Example Dialogue:

  • You: Scusi, dov’è un bar qui vicino?
  • Passerby: Sempre dritto, poi gira a sinistra.
  • You: Grazie mille!

Now it’s your turn!

Answers #

Answers

1. Fill in the Blanks #

  1. dov’è; gira
  2. sinistra

2. Match the Phrases #

  1. B) Excuse me, where is the train station?
  2. D) Straight ahead.
  3. C) Turn left.
  4. A) Is there a bathroom nearby?

3. Multiple Choice #

  1. A) Scusi, c’è un museo qui vicino?
  2. B) Sempre dritto e poi gira a destra.
  3. A) Sempre dritto.

4. Create Your Own Dialogue – Sample #

  • You: Scusi, c’è un bagno qui vicino?
  • Viktor: Sì, sempre dritto, accanto alla farmacia.
  • You: Perfetto, grazie mille!

✨ Bravo! Now you’re one step closer to navigating Italy with confidence. Buona fortuna! 🌟