As the saying goes, every coin has two sides, and taking a gap year is no exception. After a gap year, students may forget what they've learned and fail to carry on the following schooling efficiently. Besides, a year outside school requires parents' extra financial support.
As far as I am concerned, if I had a gap year, I would choose to teach Chinese in a foreign country. By doing this, I not only would learn more about my native language, but also would be able to introduce our culture to the outside world.