Does smoking make you look cool? Why or why not? How many friends do you have who smoke? Do you smoke? Should people be allowed to smoke in public? If so, where? Is raising the price on cigarettes a good way to get people to quit? What do you think about electric cigarettes? What are […]
Secrets
This topic tends to bring out some interesting stories and thoughtful discussions about trust and privacy. Questions range from light personal experiences to deeper conversations about when keeping secrets is helpful or harmful. Questions are organized by level from beginner to advanced. A printable PDF of all the questions is available at the bottom of […]
Single Life
Single life is a lifestyle choice that many people embrace at different points in their lives. These questions explore everything from the practical aspects of living alone to the freedoms and challenges that come with being single. Questions are organized by level from beginner to advanced. A printable PDF of all the questions is available […]
Super Heroes
Who is your favorite super hero? Why? What super power would you like to have? If you had super powers would you be a super hero or a super villain? Do you prefer dark super heroes like Batman or purely good super heroes like Superman? Why? Does a person’s favorite super hero tell you anything […]
Languages
Language learning is something your students can relate to directly, so this topic tends to generate authentic conversation. Questions cover everything from learning strategies to cultural connections with different languages. Download PDF Beginner (A1-A2) How many languages can you speak? How did you learn them? Does one of your family members or friends speak a […]
Adoption
Adoption brings up a lot of different perspectives and personal experiences, which makes for rich conversation practice. These questions range from basic family vocabulary to complex debates about international adoption, ethics, and cultural identity. Questions are organized by level from beginner to advanced. A printable PDF of all the questions is available at the bottom […]
Immigration
Immigration brings up personal stories, cultural perspectives, and strong opinions. These questions work well for discussing experiences, challenges, and the bigger debates around movement and integration. 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 (A1-A2) What languages do […]
Motivation
Motivation is a topic that connects to work, personal goals, and self-improvement — areas where students usually have experiences to share. These questions explore what drives people, how motivation changes, and the challenges of staying focused on long-term goals. Questions are organized by level from beginner to advanced. A printable PDF of all the questions […]
Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurship gets students talking about business, risk-taking, and innovation. These questions work well for discussing both famous success stories and the practical challenges of starting something new. 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 (A1-A2) Do you […]
Animals
Animals usually bring out personal stories and strong opinions. These questions range from pets and favorites to wildlife conservation and our changing relationship with the natural world. 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 (A1-A2) What is […]