150 ESL Conversation Starters and Questions (All Levels)
There are 150 ESL conversation starters and questions, divided by difficulty levels (Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced/Pro):
Beginner (1-50)
- What is your name?
- How old are you?
- Where are you from?
- What is your favorite color?
- Do you have any pets?
- What is your favorite food?
- Can you describe your house?
- What do you like to do in your free time?
- What is your favorite hobby?
- Do you like watching TV or movies?
- What is your favorite drink?
- Can you tell me about your family?
- What do you usually eat for breakfast?
- Do you have a best friend?
- What is your favorite season?
- Can you swim?
- Do you like reading books?
- What is your favorite animal?
- What time do you wake up in the morning?
- Do you like going to school?
- Can you play any musical instruments?
- What is your favorite fruit?
- Do you enjoy sports?
- What is your favorite subject in school?
- Can you ride a bicycle?
- Do you like cartoons?
- What is your favorite holiday?
- Do you enjoy traveling?
- How do you get to school or work?
- What do you like to do on weekends?
- Can you tell me about your favorite game?
- Do you like rainy days?
- What is your favorite vegetable?
- Do you prefer tea or coffee?
- What is your favorite dessert?
- Have you ever seen snow?
- What is your favorite sport to watch?
- Do you prefer hot or cold weather?
- Can you describe your favorite outfit?
- What is your favorite type of music?
- Do you like to dance?
- What is your favorite place to visit?
- Can you draw or paint?
- Do you like spicy food?
- What is your favorite snack?
- Have you ever been to a zoo?
- What is your favorite flower?
- Do you like ice cream? What flavor?
- Can you tell me about your favorite teacher?
- Do you like to go shopping?
Intermediate (51-100)
- What is your dream job?
- Can you describe your daily routine?
- What do you like about your country?
- How do you usually celebrate your birthday?
- What is your favorite memory?
- Can you describe your best friend?
- Do you like cooking? What do you cook?
- What are your plans for the weekend?
- Have you ever been on an airplane?
- What do you do when you feel bored?
- Can you tell me about a festival in your country?
- Do you prefer books or movies? Why?
- What was your favorite childhood toy?
- Can you describe your neighborhood?
- Do you like playing video games?
- What is your favorite thing to do during holidays?
- What kind of clothes do you like to wear?
- Have you ever been to a beach?
- Can you describe a park you like?
- What do you usually do in the evening?
- Do you prefer living in the city or the countryside?
- Can you tell me about your favorite restaurant?
- What are some popular dishes in your country?
- What is your favorite way to spend time with friends?
- Do you like to sing?
- Can you tell me about a funny experience you’ve had?
- What is your favorite type of movie?
- Have you ever been to a concert?
- Do you like online shopping? Why or why not?
- What is your favorite app on your phone?
- How do you usually celebrate New Year’s Eve?
- Can you describe your favorite type of weather?
- Do you like animals? Which ones?
- What are some good manners in your culture?
- Have you ever tried learning another language?
- Do you enjoy outdoor activities?
- What is one thing you would like to learn?
- What makes you happy?
- Have you ever been to another country?
- Do you enjoy watching sports?
- What is your favorite book?
- Can you describe your dream house?
- What do you like most about weekends?
- Do you prefer summer or winter? Why?
- What is your favorite holiday tradition?
- Can you describe your favorite type of shoes?
- Have you ever been to a museum?
- Do you enjoy art?
- What is something you are proud of?
- What is your favorite type of transportation?
Advanced/Pro (101-150)
- What are some challenges in learning English?
- Can you explain a custom or tradition in your country?
- How do you stay motivated to achieve your goals?
- What is the most exciting place you have visited?
- Do you believe in luck? Why or why not?
- Can you describe your favorite childhood memory?
- What do you think makes a good leader?
- How do you spend your time when you feel stressed?
- What are your thoughts on climate change?
- Can you describe an important event in your life?
- What do you like most about your culture?
- How do you usually prepare for exams or big tasks?
- What is your opinion about social media?
- Can you describe a skill you have learned recently?
- What do you think about the future of technology?
- How do you spend your holidays?
- What are your favorite ways to relax after a long day?
- Can you describe a famous landmark in your country?
- What is the most difficult decision you have ever made?
- How do you manage your time?
- What do you think makes a great friendship?
- How do you stay healthy?
- What are some ways people can help the environment?
- What do you think about working remotely?
- Can you explain how to prepare your favorite dish?
- What motivates you to work hard?
- What are your thoughts on traveling alone?
- Can you describe a person who inspires you?
- How do you think people will communicate in the future?
- What is something you want to achieve in the next five years?
- What are some benefits of learning a second language?
- Can you share a story about overcoming a challenge?
- What do you think about the importance of education?
- How would you describe your perfect day?
- What are some ways to improve communication skills?
- Can you discuss the importance of teamwork?
- What do you think about space exploration?
- How do you stay updated on current events?
- What is your opinion about AI and its impact on jobs?
- Can you explain how you celebrate your favorite festival?
- How would you describe the best vacation you’ve ever had?
- What are some important qualities in a good teacher?
- Can you explain your favorite type of exercise or sport?
- What do you think about the role of art in society?
- How do you deal with failure?
- Can you describe a movie or book that changed your perspective?
- What do you think is the most important global issue today?
- How do you plan for your future?
- What is the role of culture in shaping our identity?
- Can you describe how you would spend a day without technology?
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