The key answer of exercise 2

1

• Artur → liked the Rolling Stones song – it represented a dream of America.
• Felix → studies Chinese and has always loved trains.
• Roisin → a friend was doing it and she decided to join her.

2

• Artur → Good – they became better friends.  Bad – bumpy / desolate scenery / occasional row.
• Felix → Good – met interesting people / guides / amazing countryside. Bad – not much, perhaps being stuck on a train.
• Roisin → Good – spiritual journey / incredible scenery / refreshing. Bad – didn’t speak Spanish / blisters on her feet.

3 and 4 Students’ own answers