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Rob is reviewing his notes*. He’s doing a show about Ferrari. The name Ferrari is actually* a family name. The company is named after Enzo Ferrari. Alex really admires* the company’s sports cars.
Ferrari is really focused* on racing. Their racing team is very successful*. The company has some amazing engineers*. Their racing team has won more Formula 1 races than any other team!
Conversation A
(in the Jungle Café)
Alex: Hey, Rob. Are you ready for your show?
Rob: Almost. I’m just reviewing my notes*.
Alex: What’s today’s show about?
Rob: I’ll give you a hint: Their cars are red, fast and famous.
Alex: Hmm . . . oh, I know! You’re talking about Ferrari.
Rob: You’re right!
Alex: I really admire* their sports cars.
Rob: Me, too. Did you know Ferrari is actually* a family name?
Alex: No, I didn’t know that.
Rob: The man who started the company was named Enzo Ferrari.
Conversation B
Alex: Ferrari makes cars, but the company is really focused* on racing.
Rob: That’s true. Their racing team is very successful*. They have won more Formula 1 races than any other team!
Alex: I believe it. They are also the only team that makes all of the parts for its cars.
Rob: They must have some amazing engineers*!
Alex: Now I want to drive a Ferrari!
Rob: Those cars are expensive, Alex. But if you’re lucky, you might get to look at one!
Questions
- 1. How did Ferrari get its name?
2. What’s your favorite kind of car? Why?
