"He was making all kinds of sounds apparently with his mouth, and shaking his head and I thought, gosh, is he trying to stop the orchestra? Is it all wrong? It was just unbelievable"

In this quote, Robert Ripley is explaining a moment of confusion and surprise. He was watching someone make all type of noises with their mouth and shake their head, and he was uncertain of what was occurring. He was wondering if the individual was attempting to stop the orchestra, or if the music was incorrect. He was surprised by the scenario and couldn't think what he was seeing. This quote demonstrates how Ripley was surprised by the unanticipated and how he was able to value the moment. It likewise demonstrates how he had the ability to think rapidly and create a rational description for the scenario. This quote is a testament to Ripley's ability to observe and analyze the world around him.