English Topics: How are manners different in other countries?

Ice Breaking Topics

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  • What is one quality you would not want in your partner?
  • Have you ever missed a flight or train?
  • What is one thing you've learned about yourself through your relationships with others?
  • Do you ever engage in self-deprecating humour?
  • Are the transport facilities to your home very good?
  • What games do children play in your country?
  • What would you do if you woke up one day with super strength?

Main Topics

  • What are proper table manners in your culture?
  • Is politeness culturally subjective?
  • Can you think of some examples of how manners have changed in your country?
  • How are manners different in other countries?
  • How important is it to be polite to your boss or elder, even if they are rude?
  • What is something that isn’t considered rude but should be?
  • How important is it to have good manners?
  • Who is responsible for teaching manners to children?

Free Topics

  • How do you feel about helicopter parenting(parents who are too involved their kid's life)?
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  • How do you think we can promote greater access to affordable housing?
  • What does friendship mean to you?
  • What are some of the most significant challenges facing the global community today?
  • Do you think the universe has a purpose?
  • Do you trust people easily?
  • Is there a limit to how much humans can achieve and progress?