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15 THINGS to HAVE in your BUCKET LIST!

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Warm-up Questions

What do you think a “bucket list” is, based on the title?
Which kinds of goals do you expect in a video called “15 THINGS to HAVE in your BUCKET LIST!”?
How many of the 15 things do you think will be about travel?

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15 THINGS to HAVE in your BUCKET LIST!

What a bucket list is + items 1–2 (skydive, solo trip) (00:00 – 02:23)

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1. What is a bucket list, according to the speaker?

A list of experiences or achievements you hope to do in your lifetime
A list of things you need to buy before a trip
A list of jobs you want to apply for
A list of famous places you have already visited

2. Why does the speaker say it’s nice to have a bucket list?

It gives you a better memory than other people
It reminds you to slow down and enjoy life
It helps you win arguments with friends
It helps you become rich faster

3. What is one benefit the speaker gives for doing a solo trip?

You feel independent and empowered
You never feel afraid
You can avoid meeting new people
You always spend less money

15 THINGS to HAVE in your BUCKET LIST!

Items 3–9 (spend money, tattoo, hair, skinny dip, wonders, continents, festival) (02:23 – 06:22)

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1. What is the speaker’s main point about spending money on something “ridiculous”?

It’s only worth it if other people are impressed
You should never spend money on luxury items
Money is more important than time
You’re only here once, and time doesn’t come back

2. What does the speaker say about Antarctica?

It is the most crowded continent
It is not possible to visit
It is the only continent with no human habitation
It is located next to Italy

3. What does the speaker say can happen at a music festival that feels very intense?

You forget all the lyrics because it’s too loud
You feel like, during the song, you died and then came back to life
You get bored after one minute
You feel like you aged ten years

15 THINGS to HAVE in your BUCKET LIST!

Items 10–15 + bonus journal + closing (06:22 – 10:27)

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1. What is the purpose of doing a physical challenge that scares you?

To feel proud of yourself after doing it
To avoid learning anything new
To prove other people are wrong
To become famous online immediately

2. What does the speaker recommend as a bonus idea?

Stop making goals and just relax
Buy a new phone every year
Keep a journal to document your experiences
Only travel with friends, never alone

3. Where does the speaker say they keep their bucket list?

On a website for travelers
Only in their phone notes
In their journals
On a poster on the wall

15 THINGS to HAVE in your BUCKET LIST!

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1. Which statement best describes the speaker’s overall message about bucket lists?

Bucket lists should only include expensive activities
Bucket lists help you remember to enjoy life and try meaningful experiences
Bucket lists are only for people who travel a lot
Bucket lists are not personal; everyone should have the same one

2. Which type of items appears most often in the list?

Risky or exciting experiences (adventures, challenges, new situations)
Cooking recipes
Rules for saving money
Office skills for work promotion

3. Why does the speaker suggest journaling?

To avoid doing touristy activities
To become a professional writer
To remember and look back on experiences and personal growth
To plan only expensive trips

Discussion Questions

Discuss the ideas from this video

15 THINGS to HAVE in your BUCKET LIST!

Which 3 items from the video would you add to your own bucket list, and why?
Do you agree with the speaker that a solo trip can make you feel more confident? Why or why not?
Some items are risky (like skydiving) and some are personal (like starting a family). Which type is more important to you?
How could keeping a journal change the way you remember your experiences?