Question 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?

Question 2: Did you know that Italy is home to two small countries: Vatican City and San Marino. What do you think about this?

Question 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?

Question 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?

Question 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?

Question 6: Italians drink an average of 26 gallons of wine a year. What do people usually drink with meals in your country?