People have strong opinions about massage, from those who get them regularly to those who’ve never tried one. These questions explore both the relaxation side and the cultural attitudes around touch and wellness. Questions are organized by level from beginner to advanced. A printable PDF of all the questions is available at the bottom of […]
Corruption
Corruption is one of those topics that gets students talking about real-world issues, from everyday bribery to systemic problems. These questions move from simple examples to deeper discussions about power, accountability, and what actually works to fight it. Questions are organized by level from beginner to advanced. A printable PDF of all the questions is […]
Aging
Aging touches everyone’s life in some way, making it relatable across cultures and age groups. These questions work well for exploring attitudes about growing older, family dynamics, and how different societies view their elders. Questions are organized by level from beginner to advanced. A printable PDF of all the questions is available at the bottom […]
Golf
Golf works well for conversation because it brings up experiences, opinions, and cultural differences around the sport. These questions range from basic experiences and preferences to bigger debates about accessibility, etiquette, and whether golf deserves its reputation as a slow game for business people. Questions are organized by level from beginner to advanced. A printable […]
Singing
Singing is something nearly everyone has an opinion about, whether they love it or avoid it completely. These questions cover everything from karaoke experiences to cultural attitudes about singing in public. Questions are organized by level from beginner to advanced. A printable PDF of all the questions is available at the bottom of the page. […]
The Media
Where do most people in your country get their news? Does the media in your country report the whole truth, mostly truth, or mostly lies? How has the internet changed the news in your country? Who has the most control over the media in your country? How does the media help create a healthy society? […]
Tourism
How important is tourism in your country? What is the biggest tourist destination in your country? What are the benefits of international tourism? Are there any drawbacks? Do you prefer tourism package tours or do you prefer to plan your own vacations? Why? Is it better to go to popular tourist destinations or lesser known […]
Movies ESL Role Play Activity
Lesson Plan Description – A group of friends is trying to decide what movie to see. Preparation – Copy / cut role play cards before class. Prepare one role play card per student. Prepare a list of movies currently in theaters (preferably with images of the movie posters). Optionally, students can look up movies currently […]
Music ESL Role Play
Lesson Plan Description – Students create a band and try to get gigs at music venues. Preparation – Make a copy of the “Musician Sheet” for each student. Prepare some examples of different music genres for students to listen to (optional). Warm up Put students in pairs or groups of three or four. Ask them […]
First Impressions ESL Role Play
Lesson Plan Description – Students meet and greet their classmates’ imaginary personas then choose who gave the best first impression. (Note to teacher – This activity works best with eight or more students, but if you have a small class, students can use their real identities and not choose the most popular person.) Preparation – […]