The Old Man at the Bridge

What was the old man doing at the side of the road?

• He was waiting for someone.

• He was taking care of animals.

• He was selling goods.

• He was repairing the bridge.

Why did the old man have to leave his town of San Carlos?

• Due to a family emergency.

• Because of a job opportunity.

• To take care of animals elsewhere.

• He was the last one to leave the town during an evacuation.

What types of animals did the old man leave behind?

• Three goats, a cat, and four pairs of pigeons.

• Two dogs, three cats, and five chickens.

• Four goats, two cats, and three pairs of pigeons.

• Three sheep, a dog, and two pairs of pigeons.

What was the old man's reaction when asked about his hometown?

• He was indifferent and did not respond.

• He smiled, indicating it gave him pleasure to mention it.

• He seemed upset and changed the subject.

• He did not remember his hometown.

Why did the speaker have to leave because of the artillery?

• The captain advised against it

• It was too noisy

• It was unsafe

• There was a curfew

What is the age of the person who says they are without politics?

• 65 years old

• 76 years old

• 85 years old

• 70 years old

What does the old man believe about the cat's ability to look after itself?

• The cat will struggle

• The cat will be alright

• The cat needs help

• The cat is too old to manage

Where was the old man heading when he said he would wait a while?

• Barcelona

• Tortosa

• The bridge

• The trucks

What was the old man's concern about the other animals?

• They would be fine

• They needed to be fed

• He was unsure of their fate

• They were already safe

What was the weather like on Easter Sunday as described in the text?

• Sunny and clear

• Rainy and stormy

• Snowy and cold

• Gray and overcast