Conditional Clauses in Italian

Professor Dave explains conditional clauses in Italian, focusing on the if clauses known as periodo ipotetico. He describes the structure of these clauses, including the protasis and apodosis, and provides examples in English. The video covers three types of conditions: realtà (factual), possibilità (likely), and irrealtà (contrary to fact), detailing their usage in Italian. The video concludes with a comprehension check.

What is the primary function of conditional clauses in Italian?

• To set conditions for actions

• To express emotions

• To describe past events

• To list items

In the context of conditional clauses, what does 'protasis' refer to?

• The clause with the consequence

• The conclusion

• The clause with the condition

• The main clause

What is the main clause in the sentence: 'If I am hungry, I eat'?

• I am hungry

• I eat

• If I eat

• If I am hungry

Which of the following is NOT a type of conditional clause discussed?

• Certità

• Possibilità

• Realtà

• Irrealtà

What type of condition uses the imperfect subjunctive in the if clause in Italian?

• Realtà

• Possibilità

• Irrealtà

• Certità

In the possibilità condition, which English words are commonly used?

• Might and could

• Must and shall

• Should and would

• Can and will

Which condition is described as contrary to fact?

• Possibilità

• Realtà

• Certità

• Irrealtà

What verb forms are used in the irrealtà condition when referring to the present?

• Present indicative and future

• Imperfect subjunctive and conditional present

• Past perfect and future perfect

• Present subjunctive and past conditional

In the irrealtà condition, what happens when the condition is in the past?

• Switch to present subjunctive and future conditional

• Use future tense

• Switch to pluperfect subjunctive and past conditional

• Use present indicative

Which of the following is an example of a mixed condition?

• If it rains, we will cancel the picnic.

• If I were rich, I would buy a car.

• If you had studied, you would pass the test.

• If I had moved, I would be happy now.