Queue

… an event or concert you would stand in line for hours to attend?

… a book or novel you would eagerly wait in line to get a signed copy from the author?

… a movie or film you would be willing to queue up for hours to watch on its opening night?

… a destination or attraction that would make you patiently wait in line to experience?

… a sports event or game you would gladly stand in line to get front-row tickets for?

… a technological innovation or advancement you would eagerly stand in line to be one of the first to try?

… a celebrity or public figure you would join a long queue to meet and get a photo with?

… a limited edition or collectible item that would make you patiently wait in line to add it to your collection?

How often do you have to queue up?
In your routine, what do you usually have to queue up for?
Are there any specific places or situations where you find queues to be particularly frustrating or irritating? Why?
What is a memorable experience you had while waiting in a queue, either positive or negative? What made it stand out?
Have you ever stood in line to be the first one to buy something?
- If so, talk about it.
- If not, what do you think about people who have?
What are some strategies you use to make waiting in a queue more bearable or enjoyable?
We know that waiting in line is usually pretty annoying, but talk a little bit about how you feel when you have to queue up at/for:
- For example, the creator of this lesson thinks waiting in line for a concert is exciting!

How is your country similar to Japan when it comes to queuing up? How is it different? Why do you think that is?
What are some creative solutions or alternative systems that could potentially eliminate or reduce the need for queues in certain scenarios?
Waiting in line etiquette: Besides the ones bellow, what are the “Dos” and “Don’ts” when queuing up?

After watching the video, how would you summarize it?
Would you stand in that line? Why or why not?
What was the longest queue you had to face? Would you face it again or do you regret it? Why?
Have you ever had a positive interaction or made a new acquaintance while waiting in a queue? Share your experience.

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