English Topics: Which language skill (reading, writing, listening, speaking) do you find most difficult? Why?

Ice Breaking Topics

  • If you could have any meal in the world right now, what would it be and why?
  • What is the most interesting thing you've read this week?
  • If you could go back in time, where would you go?
  • Do you watch cookery programs on TV? [Why/Why not?]
  • Do you like competitive people?
  • What is your favorite way to relax and unwind after a long day?
  • What is the most valuable life lesson you've learned so far?
  • If you could start a charity, what would it be for?

Main Topics

  • How is the English language education in your country?
  • Do you find English difficult to learn? Why or why not?
  • Besides English, what other languages are you interested in learning?
  • Why do you think English became the most common language in the world?
  • Which language skill (reading, writing, listening, speaking) do you find most difficult? Why?
  • What are the most effective ways to improve your English skills?
  • How difficult is it for someone to learn your native language?
  • Have you ever taken an international English exam such as the IELTS or TOEFL? How did it go?

Free Topics

  • What are your thoughts on the role of museums in preserving history?
  • When you see the word "conflict", what do you think of?
  • Do you ever play board games? Do you have a favorite board game?
  • What is the stupidest thing you have heard a kid say recently?
  • What are some unique idioms or expressions from your country or culture, and what do they mean?
  • Who’s the most honest person you know? Do you respect their honesty?
  • How long do you think you could survive on a remote island with no tools?
  • Who is your best friend?