English Topics: Is it okay to talk about politics with friends?

Ice Breaking Topics

  • What’s a place that inspires you to dream big?
  • Are you a predictable person?
  • What’s a story from your travels that makes you laugh every time you tell it?
  • Describe a time when you felt unexpectedly proud of yourself.
  • Describe an experience where your patience led to an unexpected reward.
  • What’s a seemingly ordinary day that turned out to be transformative for you?
  • What is your perspective on social justice?
  • What is your favorite type of cuisine?

Main Topics

  • Have you ever had a political disagreement with someone close?
  • Can talking about politics hurt friendships?
  • Why do some people avoid political discussions?
  • How can we keep political conversations respectful?
  • Should schools teach how to talk about politics politely?
  • Is it better to listen or share your opinion strongly?
  • How does social media influence political arguments?
  • Can people with opposite views still be close friends?

Free Topics

  • What would you do if you won the lottery?
  • What is one skill you wish you had?
  • What was the last thing that you did for fun?
  • What’s one thing you want to be remembered for?
  • If you had to choose an animal that best represents your personality, what would it be and why?
  • What is taboo that shouldn't be?
  • What is the impact of language on our perception of the world?
  • Think about the best advice you’ve ever ignored. Why did you overlook it at the time?