The key answer of exercise 1
The key to exercise solutions in chapter 9 - Culture and Competences for the textbook Performer B1, Vol. 1 with authors Marina Spiazzi, Marina Tavella e Margaret Layton from Zanichelli
Question
Look up the word 'hitchhiker' in the dictionary and write down its definition.
Answer
A hitchhiker is an individual who travels by soliciting rides from strangers, typically by standing on the side of a road or highway and signaling a desire to be picked up by passing vehicles. Hitchhiking involves relying on the goodwill of drivers who voluntarily offer transportation, often for free, to help the hitchhiker reach their destination. This mode of travel is characterized by its informal and spontaneous nature, and hitchhikers often use hand signals, signs, or other creative methods to communicate their destination or intentions to potential drivers. While hitchhiking was more common in the past, concerns about safety and changes in societal attitudes have led to a decline in its popularity in many regions.