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Question 1: Travel and Adventure
You are going to talk about travel and adventure – for you and for other people around the world.
BE ACTIVE AND SPEAK ENGLISH ALL THE TIME!
Warm-up Talk about your travel experiences – take turns to tell each other about:
- Your favorite travel destination
- A memorable travel experience
- Places you want to visit
Do this now
- Pick a card and read the statement aloud
- Say if you agree or disagree – explain why and give examples
- Ask what your friend thinks and why
- Pick another card and read the question aloud
- Discuss your own opinions about the question – and also what other opinions there are
Card 1:
Traveling abroad is essential for a well-rounded education.
Agree? Disagree? Explain why and give examples. What does your friend think?
Card 2:
Tourism has a negative impact on the environment.
Agree? Disagree? Explain why and give examples. What does your friend think?
Card 3:
It’s better to travel alone than with a group.
Agree? Disagree? Explain why and give examples. What does your friend think?
Card 4:
Adventure sports are too dangerous.
Agree? Disagree? Explain why and give examples. What does your friend think?
Card 5:
Cultural exchange programs are valuable experiences.
Agree? Disagree? Explain why and give examples. What does your friend think?
Card 6:
It’s important to learn the local language when traveling to a new country.
Agree? Disagree? Explain why and give examples. What does your friend think?
Card 7:
Traveling by train is better than traveling by plane.
Agree? Disagree? Explain why and give examples. What does your friend think?
Card 8:
Tourist attractions are overrated.
Agree? Disagree? Explain why and give examples. What does your friend think?
Card 9:
Backpacking is the best way to travel.
Agree? Disagree? Explain why and give examples. What does your friend think?
Card 10:
Traveling helps you understand other cultures better.
Agree? Disagree? Explain why and give examples. What does your friend think?
Card 11:
Budget travel is more fun than luxury travel.
Agree? Disagree? Explain why and give examples. What does your friend think?
Card 12:
Virtual reality travel experiences will replace real travel.
Agree? Disagree? Explain why and give examples. What does your friend think?
Card 13:
What are the benefits and challenges of solo travel?
Discuss your own opinions about this question and also what other opinions there are.
Card 14:
How can we travel more sustainably?
Discuss your own opinions about this question and also what other opinions there are.
Card 15:
What are the pros and cons of traveling during off-peak seasons?
Discuss your own opinions about this question and also what other opinions there are.
Card 16: