Unruly crowd in New York City waits to see the body of Rudolph Valentino in 1926

The transcript describes a scene outside a funeral parlor where mourners and curious onlookers gather, driven by emotions and rumors. There are speculations about Valentino being poisoned, leading to public demands for an investigation. However, doctors confirm the cause of death as septic poisoning, quelling the rumors.

What was the atmosphere like outside the funeral parlor?

• Joyful and celebratory

• Silent and respectful

• Chaotic and emotional

• Calm and peaceful

What sparked the public's emotions outside the funeral parlor?

• A protest

• A famous speech

• Newspaper articles

• Eulogies

What rumor circulated about Valentino's death?

• He died of old age

• He was poisoned

• He had a heart attack

• He was in an accident

What did the public demand after hearing the rumors?

• An investigation

• A public holiday

• A new movie

• A memorial service

What was the final medical diagnosis given by the doctors?

• Heart failure

• Septic poisoning and pleurisy

• Lung cancer

• Kidney failure