Sleep is something every student has strong opinions about, whether it’s pulling all-nighters, struggling with jet lag, or just never getting enough. These questions move from personal habits into bigger conversations about health, culture, and why modern life makes rest so difficult. Questions are organized by level from beginner to advanced. A printable PDF of […]

Kindness sounds simple, but the questions here go a lot deeper than ‘be nice.’ Students end up discussing everything from why people help strangers to whether capitalism makes kindness harder. Works well across levels because everyone has a personal experience to share, but the topic also opens up genuine debate. Questions are organized by level […]

Wealth and minimalism pull in opposite directions, which is exactly what makes this a great discussion topic. Students tend to have strong opinions about money, possessions, and what a ‘good life’ actually looks like. Questions are organized by level from beginner to advanced. A printable PDF of all the questions is available at the bottom […]

Humor is surprisingly personal, what’s funny in one culture can fall flat in another, which makes this a great topic for sparking real discussion. These questions range from favorite types of comedy to bigger conversations about why we laugh and what that says about us. Questions are organized by level from beginner to advanced. A […]

Science touches everything from what we eat to how we communicate, so most students have more opinions on it than they think. These questions work well for sparking debate about technology, discovery, and the role of science in everyday life. Questions are organized by level from beginner to advanced. A printable PDF of all the […]

Everyone has a different relationship with time; some people are always rushing, others seem to have all the time in the world. That makes this a topic students can connect to immediately. These questions cover everything from daily routines and work-life balance to bigger questions about how modern life feels faster than ever. Questions are […]

Risk-taking is one of those topics that students have genuinely different opinions on, which makes for great discussion. These questions explore everything from small everyday risks to bigger life decisions. Questions are organized by level from beginner to advanced. A printable PDF of all the questions is available at the bottom of the page. Beginner […]

Most students have strong opinions on whether luck is real or just a story we tell ourselves, which makes this topic great for sparking debate at every level. Questions range from personal superstitions and lucky moments to bigger discussions about fate, fairness, and how much control we actually have over our lives. Questions are organized […]

Everyone has something they’re good at, which makes this a great topic for getting quieter students to open up. These questions cover natural abilities, learned skills, and what it takes to get better at something. Questions are organized by level from beginner to advanced. A printable PDF of all the questions is available at the […]

Everyone has something that makes them nervous or scared, which makes this topic surprisingly easy to get students talking. These questions range from common fears to more specific phobias, and they work well for sharing personal stories and discussing where fears come from. Questions are organized by level from beginner to advanced. A printable PDF […]

Storytelling is something everyone does, even if they don’t think of themselves as a storyteller. These questions get students talking about the stories they love, the ones they grew up with, and what makes a story worth sharing. Questions are organized by level from beginner to advanced. A printable PDF of all the questions is […]

History gives students a chance to connect the past to their own lives and cultures, which usually leads to some great discussion. These questions cover major events, historical figures, and how the past still shapes the world today. Questions are organized by level from beginner to advanced. A printable PDF of all the questions is […]

Law and justice touch on fairness, rules, and how societies handle right and wrong, topics students tend to have strong opinions about. Good for sparking debate and practicing language around obligation, opinion, and hypotheticals. Questions are organized by level from beginner to advanced. A printable PDF of all the questions is available at the bottom […]

Everyone has to deal with errands and services, from getting a haircut to navigating a government office, which makes this a natural topic for real conversation. Questions range from simple routines and personal experiences to bigger debates about tipping, automation, and what we lose when local businesses disappear. Questions are organized by level from beginner […]

Social issues give students something real to argue about: poverty, inequality, healthcare, discrimination, mental health. These are topics they’ve all encountered in some form. The questions work across levels, from simple observations about their own communities to deeper debates about why these problems exist and who should fix them. Questions are organized by level from […]

This topic gives students a chance to talk about where they come from, their childhood, their family, and the experiences that shaped them. It works especially well in mixed-nationality classes, where the differences in backgrounds naturally spark curiosity and real conversation. Questions are organized by level from beginner to advanced. A printable PDF of all […]

Students rarely run out of things to say on this one; ghosts, UFOs, superstitions, cryptids, government cover-ups, deja vu, and more give everyone something to react to, regardless of whether they’re a believer or a skeptic. It’s a great topic for mixed levels because the conversation naturally moves from sharing personal experiences at lower levels […]

Politics can be a sensitive topic, but that’s exactly what makes it so good for conversation class — students usually have opinions and are willing to share them. These questions range from local government and voting to bigger debates about leadership, fairness, and how society should be run. Questions are organized by level from beginner […]

Working in another country brings up a mix of practical challenges and personal growth, which makes it a rich topic for discussion at higher levels. These questions cover everything from visa stress and culture shock to the rewards of building a career far from home. Questions are organized by level from beginner to advanced. A […]

Studying in another country is a rich topic that sparks real conversation: students often have strong opinions or big dreams about it. Works well for discussing education, culture shock, and personal goals. Questions are organized by level from beginner to advanced. A printable PDF of all the questions is available at the bottom of the […]

AI is reshaping daily life faster than most students realize, which makes it a rich topic for conversation. These questions range from simple reactions to deeper debates about what AI means for jobs, creativity, and the future. Questions are organized by level from beginner to advanced. A printable PDF of all the questions is available […]

Emotional intelligence is one of those topics that gets students thinking beyond textbook English. It’s personal, relatable, and leads to real conversation. These questions explore self-awareness, empathy, and how we handle emotions in everyday life. Questions are organized by level from beginner to advanced. A printable PDF of all the questions is available at the […]

Life experiences and milestones give students a lot to talk about, whether they’re reflecting on their own past or imagining what’s still ahead. These questions work well for practicing storytelling, comparisons, and expressing emotions. Questions are organized by level from beginner to advanced. A printable PDF of all the questions is available at the bottom […]