II. Underline the correct answer.
Regardless of / As for what you may think and apart from / contrary to popular belief, pasta is not an Italian
invention, however / but a Chinese one. To be more specific / In addition to this, legend has it that Marco Polo,
the explorer, learnt the recipe for pasta from the Chinese and / or brought it to Italy.
Pasta is the most important food in Italy. In fact / In short, it is served as / like a starter to any meal. It is not
only / both popular in Italy but / and also in other countries, where it is served with different sauces. Concerning
/ Regarding the sauces, there are so many that even the most fussy eaters are sure to find something they like.