Pete, I think that Michael's conversion to english was to further dramatize the murder scene for the audience. It allowed Michael a point of departure after hearing Sollozzo claim to be the hunted one and desire only a truce. Thus, the audience is informed that Michael 's suspicions about Sollozzo's intent are confirmed.
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