## Step 3 - Speaking

Read these questions and take notes.
Then compare your ideas with your classmate.

1. Do you think you would prefer backpacking or flash packing?
   State your reasons.
2. What do you think are the most important items you should bring for a backpacking trip. Mention at least five things.
3. Is it better to go backpacking alone or with friends? Why?
4. Who would you choose to go backpacking with? What interests should your travel companion have? What character traits would annoy you? Give examples.
5. In which country would you most like to go backpacking? What attracts you in this country? What do you expect to see and do there? What aspects of the culture do you find appealing?
6. What positive effect does travelling have on people in general? And on you?
7. How important is it to visit the most important monuments and galleries in a country?
8. "Travel broadens the mind". How true do you think that is? Why? Why not?