1000 Questions for Conversations

Topic 1: Daily Life & Routine

  1. Do you think it is important to have a daily routine?
  2. Is it better to wake up early or stay up late?
  3. Do people in our country work too hard?
  4. Is breakfast the most important meal of the day?
  5. Do you think people have enough free time nowadays?
  6. Should weekends be longer (3 days instead of 2)?
  7. Is it better to plan our day or just do things as they come?
  8. Do young people have a busier life than older people?
  9. Is it hard to maintain a healthy lifestyle today?
  10. Do you prefer a busy life or a quiet life?

Topic 2: Home & Accommodation

  1. Is it better to live in a house or a flat (apartment)?
  2. Do you think houses are too expensive these days?
  3. Is it better to rent a house or buy one?
  4. Do young people prefer living alone or with family?
  5. Is it important to know our neighbors?
  6. Should people clean their own houses or hire help?
  7. Is it better to live in the city or the countryside?
  8. Do you think old houses are better than new modern ones?
  9. Is it important to have a garden at home?
  10. Do people in our country move houses often?

Topic 3: Hometown & City

  1. Is our hometown a good place for children to grow up?
  2. Do young people like living in our hometown?
  3. Is traffic a big problem in our city?
  4. Are there enough parks in our city?
  5. Is it safe to walk alone at night in our city?
  6. Do you think cities are too noisy today?
  7. Is public transport good in our area?
  8. Should the government build more roads?
  9. Is it better to live in a small town or a big capital city?
  10. Do you think our city is becoming too crowded?

Topic 4: Shopping & Consumerism

  1. Do you like shopping for clothes?
  2. Is it better to shop in big malls or small markets?
  3. Do you think people buy things they don’t need?
  4. Is online shopping safe?
  5. Do men and women shop differently?
  6. Is it important to wear fashionable clothes?
  7. Are brand-name products better than local products?
  8. Do you think advertising influences what people buy?
  9. Is it better to pay by cash or card?
  10. Should plastic bags be banned in shops?

Topic 5: Food & Restaurants

  1. Do you prefer home-cooked food or restaurant food?
  2. Is fast food popular in our country?
  3. Do you think fast food is bad for health?
  4. Is it expensive to eat out in our city?
  5. Should children learn to cook at school?
  6. Is it polite to leave food on our plate?
  7. Do people in our country eat too much sugar?
  8. Is traditional food disappearing?
  9. Do you like trying food from other countries?
  10. Is it important for a family to eat dinner together?

Topic 6: Travel & Holidays

  1. Do you prefer relaxing holidays or active holidays?
  2. Is it better to travel alone or with friends?
  3. Do you think air travel is too expensive?
  4. Is it important to learn the language before visiting a country?
  5. Do you prefer summer holidays or winter holidays?
  6. Is tourism good for a country?
  7. Do people take enough photos when they travel?
  8. Is it better to stay in a hotel or a homestay?
  9. Do you think space travel will be popular in the future?
  10. Is camping a popular activity in our country?

Topic 7: Technology & Internet

  1. Do you think children spend too much time on phones?
  2. Is the internet a good place to make friends?
  3. Can we trust the news we read online?
  4. Is life better with technology or without it?
  5. Do older people find it hard to use computers?
  6. Is it rude to use a phone during dinner?
  7. Do you think robots will replace teachers?
  8. Is online learning as good as classroom learning?
  9. Do you worry about privacy online?
  10. Will newspapers disappear in the future?

Topic 8: Friends & Relationships

  1. Is it important to have many friends?
  2. Do you think school friends are friends for life?
  3. Is it easier to make friends now than in the past?
  4. What qualities make a good friend?
  5. Can men and women be just best friends?
  6. Is it better to spend time with family or friends?
  7. Do neighbors help each other in our country?
  8. Is it important to be honest with our friends?
  9. Do you think people are lonelier today?
  10. Is it okay to borrow money from friends?

Topic 9: Work & Education

  1. Is it better to study in a group or alone?
  2. Do you think exams are necessary?
  3. Is it important to go to university to get a good job?
  4. Should students wear uniforms?
  5. Is it better to have a high salary or a fun job?
  6. Do people change jobs often in our country?
  7. Is it hard for young people to find work today?
  8. Should companies allow people to work from home?
  9. Is retirement age increasing in our country?
  10. Do you think teachers are paid enough?

Topic 10: Hobbies & Free Time

  1. Is it important to have a hobby?
  2. Do you think reading is a boring hobby?
  3. Is watching TV a waste of time?
  4. Do men and women have different hobbies?
  5. Is it expensive to have a hobby these days?
  6. Should children play more sports?
  7. Is listening to music a good way to relax?
  8. Do you prefer watching movies at home or in the cinema?
  9. Is painting or drawing a popular hobby?
  10. Do you think collecting things (stamps, coins) is popular?
  1. Is the weather in our country changing every year?
  2. Do you think rain is good or bad?
  3. Is it better to live in a hot place or a cold place?
  4. Do people feel happier when the sun is shining?
  5. Is it dangerous to go out during a storm?
  6. Do you think the weather affects people’s health?
  7. Is it important to check the weather forecast daily?
  8. Do farmers worry about the weather more than city people?
  9. Is snow common in our country?
  10. Do you prefer the summer season or the winter season?

Topic 12: Environment & Nature

  1. Is it important to protect wild animals?
  2. Do you think zoos are good for animals?
  3. Is pollution a big problem in our city?
  4. Should we plant more trees in cities?
  5. Is it better to use paper bags or plastic bags?
  6. Do you think people waste too much water?
  7. Is recycling popular in our country?
  8. Should the government punish people who litter?
  9. Is it safe to drink tap water in our country?
  10. Do you think the air quality is getting better or worse?

Topic 13: Festivals & Culture

  1. Is it important to celebrate traditional festivals?
  2. Do young people enjoy old festivals?
  3. Is it better to celebrate at home or go out?
  4. Do festivals cost too much money nowadays?
  5. Is it important to give gifts during festivals?
  6. Do you think festivals are too noisy?
  7. Is it good to have public holidays for festivals?
  8. Do people eat too much during celebrations?
  9. Is it important to wear traditional clothes on holidays?
  10. Do you think some festivals are becoming too commercial?

Topic 14: Childhood & Growing Up

  1. Is childhood the happiest time of life?
  2. Do children today play differently than in the past?
  3. Is it important for children to have strict parents?
  4. Do you think children watch too much TV?
  5. Is it better to grow up in a big family or small family?
  6. Should children get pocket money?
  7. Is it harder to be a child today than before?
  8. Do you think schools are too stressful for kids?
  9. Is it important for children to learn music?
  10. Do grandparents spoil their grandchildren?

Topic 15: Money & Finance

  1. Is money the most important thing in life?
  2. Do you think rich people are always happy?
  3. Is it important to save money for old age?
  4. Do young people spend money too easily?
  5. Is it better to use cash or credit cards?
  6. Should schools teach children about money?
  7. Is it okay to lend money to friends?
  8. Do you think things are more expensive now?
  9. Is it better to spend money on experiences or things?
  10. Do you think gambling is a bad habit?

Topic 16: Arts, Music & Media

  1. Is listening to music a good way to relax?
  2. Do you think traditional music is dying?
  3. Is it important for children to learn an instrument?
  4. Do people prefer watching movies at home now?
  5. Is it expensive to go to the cinema?
  6. Do you think famous actors are paid too much?
  7. Is art important in our lives?
  8. Do you like reading books or watching movies more?
  9. Is it easy to become famous today?
  10. Do you think celebrities have a hard life?

Topic 17: Sports & Exercise

  1. Is it important to exercise every day?
  2. Do you think professional athletes earn too much money?
  3. Is football the most popular sport in the world?
  4. Should governments build more public gyms?
  5. Is walking better than running?
  6. Do schools focus enough on sports?
  7. Is it better to watch sports or play sports?
  8. Do you think yoga is good for health?
  9. Is swimming a good skill to learn?
  10. Do people in our country like the Olympics?

Topic 18: Personality & Character

  1. Is it important to be on time (punctual)?
  2. Do you think first impressions are important?
  3. Is it better to be an optimist or a pessimist?
  4. Do people change their personality as they get older?
  5. Is it hard to be honest all the time?
  6. Do you think leaders are born or made?
  7. Is patience a good quality?
  8. Do you think shy people are misunderstood?
  9. Is it good to be competitive?
  10. Do you think confidence is the key to success?

Topic 19: Technology & Future (Simple)

  1. Will robots do all our work in the future?
  2. Is it safe to share photos online?
  3. Do you think flying cars will exist soon?
  4. Is technology making us lazy?
  5. Will people live on other planets one day?
  6. Do you think books will disappear completely?
  7. Is it good to have a smart home?
  8. Do computers make mistakes?
  9. Is it hard for old people to learn new technology?
  10. Do you think we rely too much on the internet?

Topic 20: Transport & Commuting

  1. Is traffic getting worse in our city?
  2. Do you prefer driving or taking the bus?
  3. Is cycling safe in our city?
  4. Should public transport be free for everyone?
  5. Is it stressful to drive in heavy traffic?
  6. Do people buy cars just to show off?
  7. Is the metro/train system good in our country?
  8. Do you think electric cars are the future?
  9. Is it better to walk for short distances?
  10. Do you think air travel is safe?

Topic 21: Language & Communication

  1. Is English the most important language in the world?
  2. Is it difficult to learn a new language as an adult?
  3. Do you think body language is important?
  4. Is handwriting becoming less important because of computers?
  5. Do young people speak differently from old people?
  6. Is it better to call someone or send a text message?
  7. Do you think translation apps are accurate?
  8. Is it rude to speak loudly on the phone in public?
  9. Do you think silence is important in a conversation?
  10. Is it good to learn more than one language?

Topic 22: Advertising & Media

  1. Do you think there are too many ads on TV?
  2. Is advertising good or bad for children?
  3. Do you buy things just because famous people advertise them?
  4. Is it annoying to see ads on YouTube?
  5. Do advertisements always tell the truth?
  6. Is it better to ban ads for unhealthy food (like junk food)?
  7. Do you think funny ads are the most effective?
  8. Is word-of-mouth better than TV ads?
  9. Do huge billboards distract drivers on the road?
  10. Is social media the best place to advertise products today?

Topic 23: Family Roles

  1. Do fathers spend enough time with their children today?
  2. Is it better for mothers to work or stay at home?
  3. Do grandparents help raise children in our country?
  4. Is it important to eat dinner together as a family?
  5. Do brothers and sisters fight often?
  6. Is it good to have a large age gap between siblings?
  7. Do parents treat sons and daughters differently?
  8. Is it harder to be a parent today than in the past?
  9. Do children learn better from parents or teachers?
  10. Is it important to respect family traditions?

Topic 24: Education (Specifics)

  1. Is homework necessary for students?
  2. Do you think school holidays are too long?
  3. Is it better to study science or art?
  4. Do exams cause too much stress for students?
  5. Is university education too expensive?
  6. Do you think online degrees are respected by employers?
  7. Is it important to wear a school uniform?
  8. Do teachers have a difficult job?
  9. Is it better to go to a private school or a public school?
  10. Do you think schools teach real-life skills?

Topic 25: Cities & Urban Life

  1. Is it stressful to live in a big city?
  2. Do cities have enough green spaces (parks)?
  3. Is noise pollution a big problem in our city?
  4. Do people in cities know their neighbors well?
  5. Is it safer to live in a village than a city?
  6. Do cities offer better job opportunities?
  7. Is the cost of living too high in cities?
  8. Do you think modern skyscrapers are ugly?
  9. Is it hard to find parking in the city?
  10. Do you prefer modern cities or historic cities?

Topic 26: Global Issues

  1. Is climate change a serious problem?
  2. Do you think the world is becoming safer?
  3. Is poverty a big issue in our country?
  4. Do different countries need to work together more?
  5. Is plastic waste destroying the ocean?
  6. Do you think we will run out of oil soon?
  7. Is overpopulation a real threat?
  8. Do you worry about the future of the planet?
  9. Is it important to help other countries?
  10. Do you think peace is possible everywhere?

Topic 27: Happiness & Well-being

  1. Is money the key to happiness?
  2. Do you think simple things make us happy?
  3. Is it important to have a positive attitude?
  4. Do people complain too much nowadays?
  5. Is health more important than wealth?
  6. Do you think stress is a modern disease?
  7. Is it hard to find peace of mind today?
  8. Do pets make people happier?
  9. Is laughing the best medicine?
  10. Do you think older people are happier than young people?

Topic 28: Success & Failure

  1. Is hard work the only way to succeed?
  2. Do you think luck plays a part in success?
  3. Is it okay to fail sometimes?
  4. Do we learn more from failure than success?
  5. Is being famous a sign of success?
  6. Do parents put too much pressure on children to succeed?
  7. Is it important to set goals in life?
  8. Do you think success changes people?
  9. Is competition good for success?
  10. Do you measure success by money?

Topic 29: Leadership & Management

  1. Is it hard to be a good leader?
  2. Do leaders need to be good speakers?
  3. Is it better to be a boss or an employee?
  4. Do women make good leaders?
  5. Is it important for a leader to be honest?
  6. Do managers work harder than staff?
  7. Is teamwork more important than leadership?
  8. Do you think leaders are born or made?
  9. Is it difficult to make decisions for others?
  10. Do you want to be a leader one day?

Topic 30: History & Tradition

  1. Is it important to learn history at school?
  2. Do you think museums are boring for young people?
  3. Is it important to preserve old buildings?
  4. Do you think the past was better than the present?
  5. Is history repeating itself?
  6. Do young people care about traditions?
  7. Is it important to know our family tree?
  8. Do historical movies tell the truth?
  9. Is it good to keep old customs alive?
  10. Do you think we can learn from our ancestors?

 

Topic 31: Law, Rules & Crime

  1. Is it important to have strict laws in a country?
  2. Do you think the police are helpful?
  3. Is it okay to break a rule if it is a bad rule?
  4. Do cameras in public places stop crime?
  5. Is it safe to walk alone at night in our city?
  6. Do you think criminals can change and become good people?
  7. Is it important to teach children about laws?
  8. Do movies show too much crime/violence?
  9. Is cybercrime (internet crime) a big problem?
  10. Do you think prisons actually help people reform?

Topic 32: Art & Creativity

  1. Is painting a good hobby for relaxation?
  2. Do you think art classes are important in school?
  3. Is graffiti (street art) considered art or vandalism?
  4. Do people visit art galleries in our country?
  5. Is it hard to make a living as an artist?
  6. Do you prefer modern art or traditional art?
  7. Is photography a form of art?
  8. Do you think computer graphics will replace hand painting?
  9. Is it important for a home to have paintings on the walls?
  10. Do artists see the world differently?

Topic 33: Celebrities & Fame

  1. Is it difficult to be famous?
  2. Do celebrities have a right to privacy?
  3. Is it fair that actors earn more than doctors?
  4. Do young people copy famous people too much?
  5. Is it good to have a role model?
  6. Do famous people have a responsibility to be good citizens?
  7. Is fame more important than talent today?
  8. Do you think reality TV stars are really “stars”?
  9. Is it easy to handle fame at a young age?
  10. Do you want to be famous one day?

Topic 34: News & Media

  1. Is it important to read the news every day?
  2. Do young people prefer reading news online or in newspapers?
  3. Is there too much bad news on TV?
  4. Do you trust everything you read in the newspaper?
  5. Is “fake news” a dangerous problem?
  6. Do news reporters have a difficult job?
  7. Is international news more important than local news?
  8. Do you think newspapers will disappear soon?
  9. Is it good to share news on social media?
  10. Do photographs tell the truth in news?

Topic 35: Social Media & Internet Habits

  1. Is social media making people less social in real life?
  2. Do people show their “real” lives on Instagram/Facebook?
  3. Is it dangerous to share our location online?
  4. Do you think social media causes depression?
  5. Is it easier to bully people online than face-to-face?
  6. Do influencers really influence what people buy?
  7. Is it hard to live without a smartphone for a day?
  8. Do parents check their children’s phones enough?
  9. Is video calling better than a voice call?
  10. Do you think we are addicted to “likes” and “comments”?

Topic 36: Clothes & Fashion

  1. Is it important to dress well for a job interview?
  2. Do you think expensive clothes are better quality?
  3. Is fashion important to you?
  4. Do people judge others by their clothes?
  5. Is it better to wear comfortable clothes or stylish clothes?
  6. Do fashion trends change too quickly?
  7. Is it a waste of money to buy designer brands?
  8. Do clothes reflect a person’s personality?
  9. Is it okay to wear casual clothes to a wedding?
  10. Do men care about fashion as much as women?

Topic 37: Parties & Celebrations

  1. Is it important to celebrate birthdays?
  2. Do you prefer big parties or small gatherings?
  3. Is it rude to arrive late to a party?
  4. Do people spend too much money on weddings?
  5. Is loud music a problem at parties?
  6. Do you think surprise parties are a good idea?
  7. Is it better to have a party at home or in a hotel?
  8. Do neighbors complain about parties often?
  9. Is it important to bring a gift to a party?
  10. Do you think dancing is essential at a party?

Topic 38: Gifts & Rewards

  1. Is it better to give a gift or give money?
  2. Do you think handmade gifts are better?
  3. Is it hard to choose gifts for some people?
  4. Do children get too many toys as gifts?
  5. Is the price of the gift important?
  6. Do you feel happy when you give a gift?
  7. Is it rude to return a gift you don’t like?
  8. Do companies give gifts to employees?
  9. Is it important to wrap a gift nicely?
  10. Do you prefer receiving gifts or giving them?

Topic 39: Advice & Wisdom

  1. Is it good to ask older people for advice?
  2. Do young people listen to their parents’ advice?
  3. Is it better to make our own mistakes or listen to others?
  4. Do friends give the best advice?
  5. Is it hard to give honest advice without hurting feelings?
  6. Do you think advice from books is useful?
  7. Is it possible to give advice if you are not experienced?
  8. Do teachers give good life advice?
  9. Is it annoying when people give unwanted advice?
  10. Do you follow our heart or our head?

Topic 40: Changes & The Future

  1. Is change always a good thing?
  2. Do people fear change?
  3. Is it exciting to move to a new city?
  4. Do you think the future will be better than the past?
  5. Is technology changing our lives too fast?
  6. Do old people struggle with change more than young people?
  7. Is it important to be flexible in life?
  8. Do you think jobs will be different in 20 years?
  9. Is climate change the biggest challenge for the future?
  10. Do you like planning for the future?

Topic 41: Decisions & Choices

  1. Is it difficult to make important decisions alone?
  2. Do parents make better decisions than children?
  3. Is it good to ask friends for advice before deciding?
  4. Do emotional people make bad decisions?
  5. Is it better to make a decision quickly or slowly?
  6. Do you regret any big decisions in our life?
  7. Is it hard to choose a career?
  8. Do leaders have to make tough choices?
  9. Is it better to follow our heart or our brain?
  10. Do you think too many choices make life harder?

Topic 42: Sports & Competition

  1. Is winning the most important thing in sports?
  2. Do schools focus too much on competition?
  3. Is it better to play team sports or individual sports?
  4. Do you think sports bring people together?
  5. Is it healthy to be competitive?
  6. Do international sports events (like the Olympics) help peace?
  7. Is it fair that some sports get more money than others?
  8. Do children learn discipline from sports?
  9. Is it dangerous to play contact sports (like boxing/rugby)?
  10. Do you think everyone should learn to swim?

Topic 43: Health & Fitness

  1. Is it harder to stay healthy today than in the past?
  2. Do people rely too much on medicine?
  3. Is mental health as important as physical health?
  4. Do you think gyms are too expensive?
  5. Is walking the best exercise for old people?
  6. Do you think stress causes illness?
  7. Is it the government’s job to keep people healthy?
  8. Do you think fast food should be banned?
  9. Is sleep important for good health?
  10. Do young people worry about their health enough?

Topic 44: Time Management & Punctuality

  1. Is it important to be on time for everything?
  2. Do you think time is money?
  3. Is it rude to keep someone waiting?
  4. Do you think technology saves us time or wastes it?
  5. Is it better to plan our day or be spontaneous?
  6. Do people today feel more rushed than before?
  7. Is it hard to manage time when studying?
  8. Do you wear a watch to check the time?
  9. Is patience a waste of time?
  10. Do you think life is too short to be in a hurry?

Topic 45: Education (Future)

  1. Will computers replace teachers in the future?
  2. Is it better to study online or in a classroom?
  3. Do you think schools kill creativity?
  4. Is it important to learn practical skills (like cooking) at school?
  5. Do exams really measure intelligence?
  6. Is university education necessary for success?
  7. Do you think education should be free for everyone?
  8. Is it hard for teachers to control students today?
  9. Do you think homework is a waste of time?
  10. Will libraries disappear in the future?

Topic 46: Work-Life Balance

  1. Is it important to separate work and home life?
  2. Do people work too many hours in our country?
  3. Is it better to work for money or for passion?
  4. Do you think a 4-day work week is a good idea?
  5. Is it hard to relax after a busy day?
  6. Do holidays actually help people relax?
  7. Is it okay to answer work emails on the weekend?
  8. Do you think stress is a big problem at work?
  9. Is it better to have a flexible job?
  10. Do you think robots will do the boring jobs for us?

Topic 47: Consumerism (Buying Things)

  1. Do people buy things to feel happy?
  2. Is it better to repair old things or buy new ones?
  3. Do you think we throw away too much trash?
  4. Is brand name important to you?
  5. Do advertisements make us buy things we don’t need?
  6. Is it better to save money or spend it?
  7. Do you prefer shopping in small shops or big malls?
  8. Is online shopping killing local businesses?
  9. Do you think people judge others by what they own?
  10. Is it possible to live happily with very few things?

Topic 48: Transport (Public vs Private)

  1. Is public transport safe in our city?
  2. Do you think cars are a status symbol?
  3. Is it better to take a train or fly?
  4. Do you think bicycles will replace cars in cities?
  5. Is traffic congestion getting worse?
  6. Do you enjoy long journeys?
  7. Is it important for public transport to be cheap?
  8. Do electric cars really help the environment?
  9. Is it stressful to drive in a foreign country?
  10. Do you prefer being a driver or a passenger?

Topic 49: Cities vs Countryside

  1. Is the countryside too boring for young people?
  2. Do cities offer better healthcare?
  3. Is it better to raise children in the city or village?
  4. Do people in the countryside have a slower life?
  5. Is pollution the biggest problem in cities?
  6. Do you think cities are too noisy?
  7. Is it cheaper to live in a village?
  8. Do you prefer the view of buildings or nature?
  9. Is it lonely to live in a big city?
  10. Do you think people will move back to villages in the future?

Topic 50: General Reflections

  1. Is happiness a choice?
  2. Do you think the world is becoming a better place?
  3. Is it important to have dreams?
  4. Do you think we learn more from mistakes or success?
  5. Is kindness the most important quality?
  6. Do you think life was simpler 50 years ago?
  7. Is it important to travel to understand the world?
  8. Do you think money changes people?
  9. Is it better to be optimistic or realistic?
  10. Do you think the future is bright?

 

Topic 51: Communication & Social Skills

  1. Is it harder to talk to strangers now than in the past?
  2. Do you think people have forgotten how to write letters?
  3. Is it rude to check your phone while talking to someone?
  4. Do you think emojis help us express feelings better?
  5. Is face-to-face communication always better than video calls?
  6. Do young people use too much slang today?
  7. Is public speaking a necessary skill for everyone?
  8. Do you think people are better listeners or talkers?
  9. Is it important to keep eye contact when speaking?
  10. Do you think arguments are easier to solve in person?

Topic 52: Modern Education & Schools

  1. Should schools teach students how to manage money?
  2. Is it better to have strict teachers or friendly teachers?
  3. Do you think school uniforms save money for parents?
  4. Is it fair to judge a student by one exam result?
  5. Should art and music be mandatory in high school?
  6. Do you think boys and girls learn differently?
  7. Is it better to study in the morning or at night?
  8. Do you think homework takes away from family time?
  9. Should students clean their own classrooms?
  10. Is it important to learn about other religions at school?

Topic 53: Food & Global Diet

  1. Is it a good idea to tax sugary drinks?
  2. Do you think people today waste more food than before?
  3. Is vegetarianism becoming more popular in your country?
  4. Do you think cooking shows on TV are useful?
  5. Is it healthier to eat many small meals or three big ones?
  6. Should schools ban junk food completely?
  7. Do you think traditional family recipes are being lost?
  8. Is it important to know where your food comes from?
  9. Do you prefer eating alone or with company?
  10. Is breakfast really the most important meal?

Topic 54: Tourism & Travel Culture

  1. Do tourists cause damage to historical sites?
  2. Is it better to travel to popular cities or quiet villages?
  3. Do you think space tourism will be common in 50 years?
  4. Is it important to try local food when traveling?
  5. Do you think travel makes people more open-minded?
  6. Is it safer to travel now than 20 years ago?
  7. Should museums be free for tourists?
  8. Do you prefer planning every detail or just going with the flow?
  9. Is it annoying when tourists take photos of everything?
  10. Do you think English is enough for travel anywhere?

Topic 55: Jobs & The Workplace

  1. Is it better to work for a big brand or a startup?
  2. Do you think coworkers should be friends outside of work?
  3. Is a good salary more important than a nice boss?
  4. Do you think people should retire at age 60?
  5. Is it hard to balance a career and a family?
  6. Do you think robots will take over dangerous jobs first?
  7. Is it professional to wear casual clothes to work?
  8. Do you think job interviews are fair?
  9. Is it better to have one career for life or change often?
  10. Do you think stress leave is necessary?

Topic 56: Nature & Environment

  1. Is noise pollution a serious issue in your city?
  2. Do you think individuals can really stop climate change?
  3. Is it important to teach children about gardening?
  4. Should we stop using paper completely to save trees?
  5. Do you think electric cars are too expensive right now?
  6. Is it cruel to keep birds in cages?
  7. Do you prefer the ocean or the mountains?
  8. Is light pollution (too many city lights) a problem?
  9. Should the government ban plastic bottles?
  10. Do you think nature has a healing effect on people?

Topic 57: Youth & Growing Up

  1. Do young people have more pressure today than in the past?
  2. Is it important for teenagers to have a part-time job?
  3. Do you think 18 is the right age to be an “adult”?
  4. Is it harder to make friends in real life now?
  5. Do young people care more about fame than hard work?
  6. Is it important for children to learn to fail?
  7. Do parents protect children too much these days?
  8. Is social media destroying the confidence of young girls?
  9. Do you think video games teach any skills?
  10. Is it better for children to grow up in the country?

Topic 58: Housing & Living

  1. Is it better to rent a house or buy one?
  2. Do you think neighbors were friendlier in the past?
  3. Is it important to have a spare room for guests?
  4. Do you prefer a modern style or a traditional style home?
  5. Is it a good idea for elderly parents to live with their children?
  6. Do you think houses are built too close together now?
  7. Is it hard to keep a big house clean?
  8. Do you think smart homes are safe?
  9. Is location more important than the size of the house?
  10. Do people judge you by where you live?

Topic 59: Media & Information

  1. Do you trust news from social media?
  2. Is it good that news is available 24 hours a day?
  3. Do you think celebrities deserve privacy?
  4. Is it harmful to watch too much bad news?
  5. Do movies influence how we see other countries?
  6. Is radio still popular in your country?
  7. Do you think newspapers will die out completely?
  8. Is it important to read books to be smart?
  9. Do advertisements target children too much?
  10. Is censorship of the internet ever a good idea?

Topic 60: Happiness & Values

  1. Can money buy happiness?
  2. Is it important to have goals in life?
  3. Do you think simple lives are happier?
  4. Is it better to give than to receive?
  5. Do you think people complain too much?
  6. Is patience the most important virtue?
  7. Do you think we appreciate things more if we work for them?
  8. Is it important to have a sense of humor?
  9. Do you think the world is becoming a better place?
  10. Is it important to forgive people?

Topic 61: Technology & AI (Artificial Intelligence)

  1. Do you think robots will ever have feelings?
  2. Is it safe to let computers drive cars?
  3. Will AI take jobs away from creative people (like artists)?
  4. Do you think we rely too much on Google for answers?
  5. Is it good to have a robot helper at home?
  6. Can a computer ever be a good teacher?
  7. Do you worry about robots becoming too smart?
  8. Is face recognition technology dangerous for privacy?
  9. Will we stop using keyboards in the future?
  10. Do you think technology makes us less human?

Topic 62: Adventure & Risk

  1. Is it important to take risks in life?
  2. Do young people enjoy dangerous sports more than older people?
  3. Is fear a good thing or a bad thing?
  4. Do you think exploring space is worth the money?
  5. Is it better to be safe or to be adventurous?
  6. Should children be allowed to climb trees?
  7. Do you think extreme sports (like skydiving) should be banned?
  8. Is traveling alone a big risk?
  9. Do people learn more from difficult situations?
  10. Is it brave to admit you are wrong?

Topic 63: Manners & Social Behavior

  1. Are people today less polite than in the past?
  2. Is it important to say “please” and “thank you”?
  3. Do you think technology has made us rude?
  4. Is it okay to answer a phone call during a meeting?
  5. Should children be taught manners at school or home?
  6. Is it rude to be late for a dinner party?
  7. Do different cultures have different manners?
  8. Is it important to respect elderly people on public transport?
  9. Do you think people are more aggressive when driving?
  10. Is honesty always the best policy?

Topic 64: Public Services & Government

  1. Should public transport be free for everyone?
  2. Is it the government’s job to provide jobs?
  3. Do you think libraries are still necessary?
  4. Is it important to have many public parks?
  5. Should healthcare be free for all citizens?
  6. Do you think taxes are too high?
  7. Is it important for the police to carry weapons?
  8. Do governments spend enough money on schools?
  9. Should rubbish collection be done more often?
  10. Is it important to vote in elections?

Topic 65: Fashion & Identity

  1. Do clothes really make the man?
  2. Is it important to follow the latest fashion trends?
  3. Do you think school uniforms stop bullying?
  4. Is it a waste of money to buy expensive jewelry?
  5. Do people judge you by your shoes?
  6. Is traditional clothing disappearing in your country?
  7. Do you think fashion models are too thin?
  8. Is it better to buy one expensive shirt or three cheap ones?
  9. Do men care about their appearance as much as women now?
  10. Is makeup necessary for professional women?

Topic 66: Music & Arts

  1. Is music a universal language?
  2. Do you think pop music is bad for children?
  3. Is it important to learn a musical instrument?
  4. Do people prefer live concerts or listening at home?
  5. Is street art (graffiti) a real form of art?
  6. Should museums be free to enter?
  7. Do you think actors are paid too much money?
  8. Is reading fiction a waste of time?
  9. Do movies always have to have a happy ending?
  10. Is it hard to make a living as a painter?

Topic 67: Relationships & Dating

  1. Is it better to marry young or wait until you are older?
  2. Do dating apps really work?
  3. Is it important for couples to have the same hobbies?
  4. Do you think long-distance relationships can survive?
  5. Is communication the most important thing in marriage?
  6. Do people get divorced too easily these days?
  7. Is it better to be single or in a relationship?
  8. Do friends make better partners than strangers?
  9. Is trust harder to build now than before?
  10. Do you believe in love at first sight?

Topic 68: Sports & Health

  1. Is walking better than going to the gym?
  2. Do you think yoga is just a trend?
  3. Is it important for children to learn to swim?
  4. Do professional athletes deserve their high salaries?
  5. Is it dangerous to exercise too much?
  6. Do you think e-sports (video gaming) are real sports?
  7. Is mental health treated as seriously as physical health?
  8. Do you think sleep is more important than diet?
  9. Is it hard to stay fit if you work in an office?
  10. Do you prefer team sports or individual sports?

Topic 69: Money & Spending

  1. Is it better to save money or enjoy life now?
  2. Do credit cards encourage people to spend too much?
  3. Is it important to teach children about money at school?
  4. Do you think rich people should pay more taxes?
  5. Is it rude to ask someone how much they earn?
  6. Do you think money changes a person’s personality?
  7. Is it better to rent a house or buy one?
  8. Do people buy things just to impress others?
  9. Is cash going to disappear soon?
  10. Do you think the best things in life are free?

Topic 70: The Environment & Future

  1. Is it too late to save the planet?
  2. Do you think electric cars are the future?
  3. Is it important to recycle plastic?
  4. Do you worry about overpopulation?
  5. Is it fair to keep animals in zoos?
  6. Do you think we will live on Mars one day?
  7. Is noise pollution a big problem in cities?
  8. Do individuals make a difference to the environment?
  9. Is it better to buy local food or imported food?
  10. Do you think the weather is changing every year?

 

Topic 71: News & Media Habits

  1. Do you trust the news you see on Facebook?
  2. Is it important to watch the news every single day?
  3. Do you think newspapers will exist in 10 years?
  4. Is bad news more popular than good news?
  5. Should the government control the news?
  6. Do young people care about politics?
  7. Is it better to read news online or watch it on TV?
  8. Do photos tell the truth in news stories?
  9. Is “fake news” dangerous for society?
  10. Do journalists have a difficult job?

Topic 72: Childhood & Upbringing

  1. Do children today have too much freedom?
  2. Is it better to grow up in a big family?
  3. Should parents check their children’s phones?
  4. Is it harder to raise a child now than in the past?
  5. Do grandparents spoil children too much?
  6. Is it important for children to have chores (housework)?
  7. Do you think schools are too strict?
  8. Is playing outside better than video games?
  9. Should children get pocket money?
  10. Is childhood the happiest time of your life?

Topic 73: Decisions & Leadership

  1. Is it hard to make big decisions alone?
  2. Do you think older people give better advice?
  3. Is it okay to make mistakes if you learn from them?
  4. Do leaders need to be good speakers?
  5. Is it better to be a boss or an employee?
  6. Do you trust your “gut feeling” (intuition)?
  7. Is it hard to tell someone bad news?
  8. Do you think money influences decisions too much?
  9. Is it brave to ask for help?
  10. Do you plan your life or just let things happen?

Topic 74: Culture & Tradition

  1. Is it important to keep old traditions alive?
  2. Do young people think traditions are boring?
  3. Is it rude to reject food in your culture?
  4. Do festivals bring people together?
  5. Is it important to learn about other cultures?
  6. Do you think western culture is taking over?
  7. Is traditional clothing comfortable?
  8. Do you prefer modern weddings or traditional weddings?
  9. Is it important to speak your native language at home?
  10. Do you think food is a big part of culture?

Topic 75: Work & Ambition

  1. Is hard work the only key to success?
  2. Do you think luck is important for a career?
  3. Is it better to work in a team or alone?
  4. Do you prefer a high salary or a fun job?
  5. Is it okay to change careers in your 40s?
  6. Do you think ambition is a good quality?
  7. Is it stressful to be a manager?
  8. Do women have the same opportunities as men now?
  9. Is it professional to be late for a meeting?
  10. Do you think robots will take our jobs?

Topic 76: Technology & Privacy

  1. Is it safe to share your location online?
  2. Do cameras in public places stop crime?
  3. Is it annoying when people use phones at dinner?
  4. Do you think we are addicted to the internet?
  5. Is online banking safe?
  6. Do you worry about hackers?
  7. Is it better to send a text or make a call?
  8. Do you think social media makes people lonely?
  9. Is it hard for old people to use smartphones?
  10. Do you think technology moves too fast?

Topic 77: Urban vs. Rural Life

  1. Is the city too noisy for a healthy life?
  2. Do people in villages help each other more?
  3. Is it cheaper to live in the countryside?
  4. Do cities offer better education?
  5. Is pollution the biggest problem in cities?
  6. Do you think people are moving back to villages?
  7. Is it boring to live in a small town?
  8. Do you prefer high-rise buildings or small houses?
  9. Is traffic the worst part of city life?
  10. Do you feel safer in the city or the country?

Topic 78: Mental Health & Stress

  1. Is modern life too stressful?
  2. Do you think people complain too much?
  3. Is meditation good for mental health?
  4. Do schools teach children how to handle stress?
  5. Is it okay to cry in public?
  6. Do pets help reduce stress?
  7. Is sleep important for a happy mind?
  8. Do you think social media causes anxiety?
  9. Is it important to take holidays for mental health?
  10. Do you think talking to friends solves problems?

Topic 79: Hobbies & Free Time

  1. Is it important to have a hobby?
  2. Do expensive hobbies make people happier?
  3. Is watching TV a waste of time?
  4. Do you think collecting things is popular?
  5. Is reading books better than watching movies?
  6. Do men and women have different hobbies?
  7. Is gardening a good hobby for young people?
  8. Do you think people have less free time now?
  9. Is it important to learn new skills (like cooking)?
  10. Do hobbies help you make friends?

Topic 80: The Global World

  1. Is it good that people travel so much?
  2. Do you think English will be the only language one day?
  3. Is it important to buy local products?
  4. Do international sports events (Olympics) help peace?
  5. Is climate change a problem for everyone?
  6. Do you think the world is getting smaller?
  7. Is it good to have friends from different countries?
  8. Do you think we will live on other planets?
  9. Is overpopulation a serious threat?
  10. Do you think the future will be better?

 Topic 81: Environment & Sustainability

  1. Is it important to save water at home?
  2. Do you think plastic bags should be banned completely?
  3. Is climate change the biggest threat to the world?
  4. Do you recycle paper and glass?
  5. Is it the government’s job to clean the streets?
  6. Do you think electric cars are too expensive?
  7. Is it better to take public transport to save the environment?
  8. Do young people care more about nature than old people?
  9. Is it cruel to keep animals in zoos?
  10. Do you think planting trees helps the planet?

 

 Topic 82: Future Technology

  1. Will robots do all the housework in the future?
  2. Is it safe to trust artificial intelligence (AI)?
  3. Do you think we will travel to Mars soon?
  4. Is technology making people lazy?
  5. Will flying cars ever become real?
  6. Do you think schools will use virtual reality?
  7. Is it good to have a “smart home”?
  8. Do you think books will disappear because of tablets?
  9. Is face recognition technology dangerous?
  10. Do you think we will live longer in the future?

 

Topic 83: Social Issues & Community

  1. Is it important to help your neighbors?
  2. Do you think crime is increasing in your city?
  3. Is poverty a big problem in your country?
  4. Do people volunteer enough?
  5. Is it important to respect older people on the bus?
  6. Do you think social media causes depression?
  7. Is it better to live in a safe neighborhood or a fun one?
  8. Do charities really help poor people?
  9. Is it hard to make friends in a big city?
  10. Do you think people are becoming more selfish?

 

Topic 84: Work Habits & Career

  1. Is it better to work in an office or from home?
  2. Do you think a high salary is the most important thing?
  3. Is it hard to find a job without a degree?
  4. Do you prefer a strict boss or a friendly boss?
  5. Is it important to have a good work-life balance?
  6. Do people work too many hours these days?
  7. Is teamwork better than working alone?
  8. Do you think it is okay to change careers often?
  9. Is stress a big problem in the workplace?
  10. Do you think robots will replace factory workers?

 

Topic 85: Travel & Transport

  1. Is it better to travel by plane or train?
  2. Do you prefer relaxing holidays or adventure holidays?
  3. Is it important to speak the local language when traveling?
  4. Do tourists ruin beautiful places?
  5. Is it safe to travel alone?
  6. Do you think air travel is bad for the environment?
  7. Is it better to stay in a hotel or an Airbnb?
  8. Do you like trying exotic food when traveling?
  9. Is traffic congestion getting worse in cities?
  10. Do you think public transport should be free?

 

Topic 86: Education & Learning

  1. Is it better to study online or in a classroom?
  2. Do exams really measure intelligence?
  3. Is it important to learn a second language?
  4. Do you think school uniforms are necessary?
  5. Is homework a waste of time?
  6. Do teachers get enough respect?
  7. Is university too expensive?
  8. Do you think children start school too young?
  9. Is it better to learn practical skills or academic subjects?
  10. Do you think learning stops after school?

 

Topic 87: Health & Lifestyle

  1. Is mental health as important as physical health?
  2. Do people rely too much on medicine?
  3. Is fast food the main cause of obesity?
  4. Do you think people sleep enough?
  5. Is it expensive to eat healthy food?
  6. Do gyms help people stay fit?
  7. Is walking the best exercise?
  8. Do you think stress makes people sick?
  9. Is it important to have a hobby for mental health?
  10. Do you think laughter is the best medicine?

 

Topic 88: Consumerism & Money

  1. Do advertisements make people buy things they don’t need?
  2. Is it better to use cash or credit cards?
  3. Do you think rich people are happier?
  4. Is it important to save money for old age?
  5. Do people judge others by their clothes?
  6. Is online shopping killing local shops?
  7. Do you think brand names are better quality?
  8. Is it rude to ask someone how much they earn?
  9. Do you think money changes people?
  10. Is it better to spend money on experiences or things?

 

 Topic 89: Media & Entertainment

  1. Do you think there is too much violence in movies?
  2. Is reading news on social media reliable?
  3. Do celebrities have a right to privacy?
  4. Is watching TV a bad habit?
  5. Do you prefer reading books or watching movies?
  6. Is music important in your life?
  7. Do video games make children aggressive?
  8. Is it easy to become famous on the internet?
  9. Do you think newspapers will disappear?
  10. Is art important for society?

 

 Topic 90: Relationships & Family

  1. Is it better to have a big family or small family?
  2. Do parents understand teenagers today?
  3. Is it important to eat dinner together?
  4. Do you think divorce is too easy now?
  5. Is it better to marry young or wait?
  6. Do grandparents play a big role in raising children?
  7. Is it hard to maintain long-distance relationships?
  8. Do friends treat you better than family sometimes?
  9. Is honesty the most important thing in a relationship?
  10. Do you think people are lonelier today?

 

 Topic 91: Future Predictions

  1. Do you think people will live to be 150 years old?
  2. Is it possible that aliens will visit Earth?
  3. Do you think paper money will disappear completely?
  4. Will English be the only language in the world?
  5. Is it likely that cars will fly in the future?
  6. Do you think robots will have rights like humans?
  7. Will we stop eating meat in the future?
  8. Do you think schools will exist in 50 years?
  9. Is it possible to control the weather one day?
  10. Do you feel optimistic about the future of humanity?

 

 Topic 92: Human Behavior & Psychology

  1. Is it hard to say “sorry” when you are wrong?
  2. Do people judge others by their appearance?
  3. Is it better to be an optimist or a pessimist?
  4. Do you think money reveals a person’s true character?
  5. Is it possible to change your personality?
  6. Do people complain too much nowadays?
  7. Is patience a lost virtue?
  8. Do you trust your first impression of people?
  9. Is it important to control your anger?
  10. Do people lie to protect themselves or others?

 

 Topic 93: Urban Planning & Cities

  1. Is it better to have more parks or more shopping malls?
  2. Do skyscrapers ruin the view of a city?
  3. Is traffic the biggest problem in modern cities?
  4. Do you think public transport should be free?
  5. Is it safe to cycle in your city?
  6. Do cities need more security cameras?
  7. Is noise pollution dangerous for health?
  8. Do you prefer historical buildings or modern architecture?
  9. Is it better to live in the city center or the suburbs?
  10. Do you think cities are becoming too crowded?

 

 Topic 94: Ethics & Values

  1. Is it ever okay to tell a lie?
  2. Do you think kindness is more important than intelligence?
  3. Is it right to test medicine on animals?
  4. Do rich people have a responsibility to help the poor?
  5. Is honesty always the best policy?
  6. Do you think hard work is always rewarded?
  7. Is it important to forgive people?
  8. Do we have a duty to protect the environment?
  9. Is it fair that some people are born rich?
  10. Do you think success depends on luck or effort?

 

 Topic 95: Language & Communication

  1. Is body language more important than words?
  2. Do you think technology affects how we speak?
  3. Is it rude to check your phone while talking?
  4. Do emojis help us express feelings better?
  5. Is learning a language harder for older people?
  6. Do you think slang ruins a language?
  7. Is face-to-face communication better than texting?
  8. Do you think handwriting is a dying skill?
  9. Is silence important in a conversation?
  10. Do you think translation apps are accurate?

 

 Topic 96: Work & Retirement

  1. Is 60 the right age to retire?
  2. Do people work too hard these days?
  3. Is it better to have a boring job with high pay?
  4. Do you think robots will take over dangerous jobs?
  5. Is it important to like your colleagues?
  6. Do young people change jobs too often?
  7. Is working from home better than working in an office?
  8. Do you think everyone should have a university degree?
  9. Is it hard to find a job without experience?
  10. Do you think job interviews are fair?

 

 Topic 97: Hobbies & Creativity

  1. Is it important to have a creative hobby?
  2. Do you think video games are a waste of time?
  3. Is painting good for mental health?
  4. Do people have less free time now?
  5. Is reading books better than watching TV?
  6. Do you think collecting things (stamps/coins) is old-fashioned?
  7. Is cooking a chore or a hobby?
  8. Do you prefer indoor or outdoor activities?
  9. Is it expensive to have a hobby?
  10. Do hobbies help you make friends?

 

 Topic 98: Safety & Risk

  1. Is the world safer now than in the past?
  2. Do parents worry too much about their children?
  3. Is it dangerous to travel alone?
  4. Do you think extreme sports should be banned?
  5. Is it important to take risks in life?
  6. Do security cameras make people feel safe?
  7. Is the internet a dangerous place for children?
  8. Do you trust strangers easily?
  9. Is it better to be safe than sorry?
  10. Do you think fear stops people from succeeding?

 

 Topic 99: Health & Well-being

  1. Is laughter really the best medicine?
  2. Do you think stress causes physical illness?
  3. Is it hard to eat healthy food?
  4. Do people exercise enough these days?
  5. Is sleep more important than food?
  6. Do you think doctors are paid enough?
  7. Is mental health a serious issue?
  8. Do you think smoking should be illegal?
  9. Is yoga good for everyone?
  10. Do you prefer natural remedies or modern medicine?

 

 Topic 100: Final Reflections

  1. Is life simpler or more complicated now?
  2. Do you think the best things in life are free?
  3. Is it important to have dreams?
  4. Do you think history repeats itself?
  5. Is change always a good thing?
  6. Do you regret any decisions in your life?
  7. Is it important to be famous?
  8. Do you think wisdom comes with age?
  9. Is happiness a choice?
  10. Do you think the world is a beautiful place?

 

 

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