1. Florence was the first city in Europe to have paved streets. What’s the oldest or most historic place you’ve ever visited? What impressed you about it?
2. Did you know that Italy is home to two small countries: Vatican City and San Marino. What do you think about this?
3. Did you know pasta came to Italy from Arab travelers? In your culture, are there any foods that were influenced by other countries? Can you give an example?
4. Pizza was invented in Naples in the 1800s. Do you enjoy pizza? What toppings do you love or hate? Have you tried making pizza yourself?
5. Venice has 471 bridges! Have you ever visited a city with a lot of water or bridges? Would you enjoy living in a place like Venice? Why or why not?
6. Italians drink an average of 26 gallons of wine a year. What do people usually drink with meals in your country?
