0_Apprentice
I enjoy hitchhiking, even though it can be dangerous. 
1_Wizard
Wow, I used to hitchhike, otherwise known as thumbing or autostopping.
0_Apprentice
What do you have to do? 
1_Wizard
Different hitchers use various signals but I just use my thumb. How bout you?
0_Apprentice
Me too. Is it popular in a specific region or in groups of people?
1_Wizard
In some African countries on the other hand have their hand out wile the palm is facing upward.
0_Apprentice
Oh cool! So people hitchhike all around the world?
1_Wizard
Yes they do. Another example of a hitchhiking gesture is in Australia.  it is more common to use a gesture where the index finger is pointed at the road.
0_Apprentice
Very interesting how different regions have their own way of asking for a ride! 
1_Wizard
I know. pretty cool!