Nicole's English Classes

What time do you usually start and finish work?
What do you do at your job?
Do you like your job? Why or why not?
What is the most interesting part of your work?
What is the most difficult part of your job?
Do you work with other people or alone?
What do you think of your coworkers? What about your boss?
What do you usually wear to work?
How do you get to work?
What do you do during your lunch break?
How do you feel after a long day of work?
Have you ever had a bad day at work? What happened?
What skills are important for your job?
Do you want to change your job in the future?
What would be your dream job?
How do you manage stress at work?
What is your proudest achievement in your job?
Is there room to grow or advance in your job?

What is adoption?
Do you think adoption is a good option for people who can’t have children?
Would you ever consider adopting a child? Why or why not?
Do you know anyone who is adopted?
What are some reasons a child might need to be adopted?
What challenges might adoptive parents face?
Should adopted children be told they are adopted?
Do you think adopted children should know about their birth parents?
Would you want to know your birth parents if you were adopted?
Is adoption common in your country?
How can adopted children feel a sense of belonging?
What is the difference between national and international adoption?
Should single people be allowed to adopt?
Should there be an age limit for adopting a child?
How might adoption affect a child emotionally?
What are the benefits of adopting a child?

Do you like giving advice?
Do you usually follow other people’s advice?
What is the best advice you have ever received?
What advice would you give to someone moving to a new country?
What advice would you give your younger self?
Do you think older people give better advice than younger people?
What advice would you give to someone starting a new job?
Have you ever given bad advice?
Have you ever gotten bad advice?
What advice would you give to someone who wants to learn English?
Who do you usually ask for advice?
Is it easy or difficult for you to ask for help?
What kind of advice do people usually ask you for?
Have you ever ignored advice and regretted it?
How do you know if advice is good or bad?
Is giving advice always helpful?

What are the benefits of getting older?
What are some challenges older people face?
Do you think people are living longer today than in the past? Why?
What do you think is the best age to be?
How do people celebrate milestone birthdays (like turning 50 or 60) in your culture?
Do you think older people are respected in your country?
How do people show respect to older people?
How can we stay healthy as we get older?
What activities are good for older adults?
How do people’s priorities change as they age?
Do you worry about aging? Why or why not?
Should older people retire at a certain age?
What is the retirement age in your country? Is it different for men and women? Should it be different?
What can younger people learn from older people?
How do older people spend their time after retirement?
Do you think aging is treated positively or negatively in media?
Would you like to live to be 100 years old? Why or why not?
If you could take a pill to live forever, without aging more, would you?

Do you believe in aliens? Why or why not?
What do you think aliens might look like?
Do you think aliens have visited Earth?
Why are people so interested in space and aliens?
What would you do if you saw a UFO?
Do you think the government hides information about aliens?
Have you ever watched a movie or read a book about aliens? What is the typical plot?
What would you say to an alien if you met one?
What do you think the alien would ask you?
Do you think aliens could be friendly or dangerous?
Why do people report alien abductions?
Do you think we will find life on other planets?
What planet do you think might have alien life?
How would the world change if we made contact with aliens?
Should we try to send messages to space?
What is your favorite alien character from a movie or show?

What is your favorite animal? Why?
Do you have any pets?
What animals make the best pets?
What animals are common in your country?
What wild animals have you seen?
Should animals be kept in zoos?
What are the most dangerous animals?
What animals live in your country's forests or oceans?
Do you think animals have feelings?
What animal would you like to see in real life?
Have you ever been to a safari or animal park?
How do people treat animals in your culture?
Should people be vegetarian to protect animals?
What animal would you be, and why? What animal describes your personality?
Do you think animals can communicate with humans?
What would an animal say if it could talk?
What would you say to an animal if it could understand you?
What animals are endangered, and how can we help?

Do you think appearance is important?
What do you usually wear in your daily life?
How do you choose what clothes to buy?
Do you enjoy shopping?
What do you think about tattoos and piercings?
How important is grooming or hygiene to you?
Do you follow any skin care routine?
What kind of hairstyle do you like?
How do beauty standards differ in different cultures?
What is considered beautiful in your country?
Do you think people judge others by their appearance? Do you judge others?
What do you wear for special occasions?
Do you prefer formal or casual clothing?
Have you ever changed your appearance significantly?
Do you follow fashion trends?
What makes someone “attractive” to you?
How can someone feel confident about their appearance?
Should appearance matter in a job interview?
If you could change one thing about your appearance, what would you change?

What types of buildings are common in your city?
Do you prefer modern or traditional buildings?
What is your favorite building in the world?
What is the tallest building in the world?
What’s the tallest building you’ve ever been in?
What is the tallest building in your country? City?
What makes a building beautiful?
What are some famous buildings in your country?
Do you like tall buildings or small houses?
What do you think about green or eco-friendly buildings?
How do buildings in your country reflect its culture?
What kind of home would you like to live in?
What makes a home comfortable?
What colors do you like to see on buildings?
Have you ever visited a historical building?
How has building design changed over time?
Do you like open-plan homes or separate rooms?
What is the most unusual building you’ve seen?
Should all cities look the same, or be unique?
Is your house/building unique?
What colors do you prefer in the interior of buildings/homes?
What is something that makes a building unique?

Do you enjoy looking at art?
Who is your favorite artist?
Do you consider yourself creative?
Have you ever been to an art museum or gallery?
Is it important for children to go to museums?
Do you like painting, sculpture, or photography?
Would you like to do it for a job or just a hobby?
What kind of art is popular in your country?
Can you draw or paint? Does your art having meaning?
What colors do you like in art?
What emotions can art show?
Do you think anyone can be an artist?
Are some people born more artistic than others?
Have you ever bought a piece of art?
Is your house decorated with art?
How much money would you spend on art?
What role does art play in society?
Do children learn enough about art in school?
Is art important to learn at school?
Is street art real art?
Should street art be illegal?
How is traditional art different from modern art?
Would you like to learn a form of art?

What do you think of when you hear the term “artificial intelligence”?
Have you ever used AI tools (like chatbots, voice assistants, or translation apps)?
How has AI already changed life in your country?
Do you think AI is helpful or dangerous—or both?
If AI could do one of your daily tasks, what would you choose?
Have you seen any movies or shows that involve AI? What message did they give?
What jobs do you think AI will replace in the future?
If AI could teach a class, would you want to learn from it? Why or why not?
What are some ways AI can help solve problems in health, education, or transportation?
How do people in your country feel about AI technology?
What would you do if an AI program gave you advice you disagreed with?
Have AI tools made your life easier in any way?
What should be the limits of what AI is allowed to do?
If your country could use AI to improve one system (e.g. healthcare or traffic), what should it be?
In 10 years, how do you imagine AI will affect your work, home, or community?

How often do you travel by plane or train?
Do you like airports? Why or why not?
What is the biggest airport you have ever been to?
What is the smallest airport you have ever been to?
What do you usually pack in your luggage?
What documents do you need for international travel?
Have you ever lost your luggage?
Has your luggage ever been damaged by the airline?
What do you do while waiting at the airport or station?
Have you ever missed a flight or train?
Do you prefer traveling by plane or train? Why?
What are the security procedures at the airport?
Does going through security make you nervous or anxious?
What’s your favorite airline or train company?
How early do you arrive before a flight or train?
What’s the longest flight or train ride you’ve taken?
Do you like window or aisle seats?
Do you usually pay to choose your own seat?
What do you do if your flight or train is delayed?
What advice would you give someone traveling for the first time?
How important is knowing English when traveling?

What does “beauty” mean to you?
Who is someone you think is beautiful?
Who is the most beautiful celebrity that you can think of?
Do you think beauty is the same in every culture?
What is considered beautiful in your country?
Do you prefer natural beauty or makeup?
Is inner beauty more important than outer beauty?
How has the idea of beauty changed over time?
Do you think fashion influences beauty standards?
How do people in your country take care of their appearance?
Are beauty treatments (like facials or plastic surgery) popular in your country?
Have you ever felt pressure to look a certain way?
What role does social media play in beauty today?
Is social media negative or positive when it comes to our self image?
What beauty products do you use?
Do you think advertising creates unrealistic beauty expectations?
What makes someone beautiful without looking at appearance?
Is it okay to tell someone they are beautiful?

How do you usually celebrate your birthday?
What was your most memorable birthday?
What is a traditional birthday celebration in your country?
Do you like to receive gifts or give them?
What age is the most important birthday in your culture?
How do children celebrate birthdays differently than adults?
Have you ever forgotten someone’s birthday?
Do you prefer big parties or small gatherings?
What kind of cake do you like for your birthday?
If you could eat any meal on your birthday, what would you have?
Do you believe in birthday wishes?
Have you ever had a surprise party?
What do you think is a good gift for an adult?
Do you celebrate your birthday on the exact day or a different day?
Have you ever had a birthday in another country?
How do you feel about getting older each year?
Are we ever too old for birthday parties?

Do you enjoy reading books?
What kind of books do you like?
Who is your favorite author?
What is the best book you’ve ever read?
Do you prefer reading paper books or e-books?
Do you like to read in English or in your native language?
How often do you read?
Have you ever read a book that changed your life?
What’s the fastest you have ever finished a book?
What book would you recommend to a friend?
Do you usually finish every book you start?
What do you think about audiobooks?
Is there a book that was better than the movie version?
Where do you usually get your books?
How do you usually choose your books?
Would you like to write a book one day?
What are the benefits of reading?

Do you try to save money each month?
What are some easy ways to save money?
Do you use a budget? Why or why not?
What do you spend most of your money on?
How do you decide if something is worth buying?
Do you prefer using cash or a credit card?
Is cash or credit more common in your country?
What is something you spent too much money on?
How do you feel about shopping?
Have you ever saved money for something big?
What is a good way to teach children about money?
Do you think it’s easy or hard to save money?
What is a “need” and what is a “want”?
Do you ever compare prices before buying something?
Is it better to buy cheap things or expensive things that last longer? What do you tend to do?
What’s your biggest money-saving tip?

Have you ever been camping?
Do you like sleeping in a tent?
What do you usually bring when you go camping?
How long do you usually camp for?
Do you prefer camping in the forest, mountains, or by the beach?
What are the best things about camping?
What are some challenges of camping?
Do you cook food over a fire when camping?
Have you ever seen wild animals while camping?
Do you prefer camping alone or with a group?
What games or activities do you enjoy while camping?
How do you feel about camping without electricity or internet?
What’s the longest time you’ve camped?
Would you rather stay in a tent, a cabin, or a camper van?
Would you ever buy a RV or caravan?
Is camping popular in your country?
What advice would you give to a first-time camper?

Do you drive a car?
How old were you when you learned to drive?
Is it difficult to get a driver’s license in your country?
What kind of car do you like?
Would you rather drive manual or automatic cars?
What is important to you when choosing what car to buy?
Do you enjoy driving?
What are the rules for driving in your country?
Have you ever been in a car accident?
Do you prefer driving or using public transport?
What is the longest road trip you’ve taken?
Do you drive to work?
How expensive is owning a car in your country?
What do you do when your car breaks down?
Would you like to drive an electric car? A hybrid?
Do you ever listen to music or podcasts while driving?
Is traffic a big problem where you live?
What is your dream car?

What is the biggest challenge you’ve ever faced?
How do you deal with difficult situations?
What challenges do people face when learning English?
What is a challenge you recently overcame?
Do you like challenges or avoid them?
What is a challenge you want to take on?
Have you ever helped someone with their challenge?
What makes a challenge exciting or scary?
How do challenges help us grow?
What challenges do immigrants face in a new country?
What challenges do you face in a new job?
Have you ever failed at something but kept trying?
What’s harder: mental or physical challenges?
What challenge do you think is common for adults?
What challenge do you think is common for teenagers?
What challenge do you think is common for children?
What advice would you give to someone facing a hard time?
Do you think life without challenges would be boring?

Do you like change, or do you prefer routine?
What big changes have happened in your life recently?
Is change always a good thing?
How do you feel when things change suddenly?
What changes would you like to make in your life?
Have you ever changed jobs or careers?
Have you ever changed houses?
Have you changed your opinion about something recently?
What’s the biggest change you’ve seen in your country?
How do people deal with change?
Do you think people change as they get older?
What technology has changed your life the most?
What is something that never changes?
Is there something you hope never changes?
Have you changed your appearance before?
What do you do when change is difficult?
How has your city or town changed over time?

What does “charity” mean to you?
Have you ever donated to a charity?
Do you volunteer your time for any cause?
What types of charities are most important to you?
Do you think rich people should give more to charity?
What’s a local charity you support or know about?
How can someone help without giving money?
Do you ever help homeless people?
Should students learn about charity in school?
Have you ever done a charity walk or event?
Do you trust most charities?
What causes do you care about the most (e.g., animals, children, environment)?
What motivates people to give to charity?
Is it better to help locally or globally?
Have you ever received help from a charity?
What kind of charity would you start?

Where did you grow up?
What games did you play as a child?
Who did you play with?
What was your favorite toy?
What was your favorite subject in school?
What was your least favorite subject?
Did you like school?
Did you have a nickname as a child?
What is your best childhood memory?
What foods did you love as a child? Have they changed since being an adult?
Did you have many friends as a child?
What kind of clothes did you wear?
What did you want to be when you grew up?
What holidays or festivals did you enjoy the most?
Did you go on family vacations?
Who was your hero when you were a child?
How is childhood today different from the past?
Would you like to go back to your childhood for a day?

Do you find it easy or difficult to make decisions?
What was the last big choice you made?
Do you usually follow your heart or your head?
Have you ever made a choice you regretted?
Do you wish you could go back and make a different choice?
What do you usually consider before making a decision?
Would you rather have many choices or fewer options?
Do you ask others for advice when making decisions?
Have you ever made a life-changing choice?
Do you believe in second chances?
What helps you make good choices?
How do you feel after making a difficult decision?
Have you ever made a spontaneous (quick) choice? What happened?
Do you think making mistakes helps you make better choices later?
What’s a choice you’re proud of?
Would you rather choose security or adventure?

What city do you live in?
Have you ever lived in another city? What has been your favorite city to live in?
What do you like and dislike about your city?
Is your city family friendly?
What is your favorite city in the world? Why?
What’s the biggest city you’ve ever visited?
What’s the smallest city you have ever visited?
Would you prefer to live in a city or the countryside?
What makes a city a good place to live?
What is public transportation like in your city?
Is your city noisy or quiet?
What are the best places to visit in your city?
What are some common problems in big cities?
Is it easy to find work in your city?
How do people spend their free time in your city?
What is housing like in your city?
Is your city growing or changing?
What’s the best city for food in your country?
Do tourists visit your city? What do they come to see?
What is one thing you would change about your city?

How important is cleanliness to you?
Do you keep your home very clean?
What chores do you do most often?
How often do you clean your kitchen or bathroom?
Is your city clean or dirty?
How do you feel in a clean vs. messy space?
Who is the messiest in your family? Who is the cleanest?
Who is responsible for keeping public places clean?
What are some habits of clean people?
How do people teach children about cleanliness?
What do you do when you see litter in the street?
Are there fines for being messy or littering in your country?
Do you recycle?
How do you organize your home or workspace?
How important is cleanliness in restaurants or hotels?
Have you ever cleaned something and felt really proud?
What are some traditional cleaning methods in your culture?

Have you ever tried to learn coding or programming?
Do you think children should learn how to code?
Why do you think coding has become more important in recent years?
What types of jobs in your country require coding skills?
If you could create a website or app, what would it be for?
Have you ever used an app and thought, “I could build something like this”?
What are some challenges people face when learning to code?
If coding were taught in every school, how would it change education?
How do people in your country view tech-related careers?
Have you ever met someone who works in software or web development? What did they do?
What are the advantages of learning to code, even if you don’t work in tech?
Would you prefer to work on a team creating technology, or use technology others build? Why?
How can coding help solve problems in your community or country?
If you had more free time, would you be interested in learning to code? Why or why not?
What do you think the world would be like today without any programming or coding?

What is your favorite color? Why?
What colors do you like to wear?
What colors do you associate with happiness? Sadness?
Do different colors have meanings in your culture?
What colors are considered lucky or unlucky?
What color is your home or room?
Do colors affect your mood?
What colors do you see in nature where you live?
What colors are used in weddings in your country?
What color combinations do you like?
What is the most colorful place you’ve been to?
Would you paint your house a bright color? Why or why not?
Do you think men and women like different colors?
What color do you associate with peace?
Have you ever changed your opinion about a color?

What are the different ways people communicate?
Do you prefer talking face-to-face, by phone, or texting?
How do you communicate with people at work?
What makes someone a good communicator?
How important is body language?
Have you ever had a misunderstanding because of communication?
Is it easier to have a communication misunderstanding over text?
What’s harder: speaking or listening?
Do you find it easy to express your feelings?
How has communication changed with technology?
How do you stay in touch with friends or family who live far away?
Do you enjoy small talk? Why or why not?
What communication challenges do you face in English?
How do people communicate in emergencies?
Do you think people communicate more or less than in the past?
What advice would you give to someone who is shy about speaking?
Have you ever taken a public speaking class?

How often do you use a computer?
What do you usually do on your computer?
Do you prefer using a laptop or desktop?
What was the first computer you ever used?
Are you comfortable using new software or apps?
What is your favorite program or website?
Have you ever learned to code?
Do you think computers have made life easier or harder?
How important are computer skills for jobs today?
Do you think children should learn about computers in school? What would be the fundamentals?
Have you ever had a computer problem? What happened?
Do you prefer using a computer or a smartphone? Why?
How do computers help with learning English?
Do you store files on your computer or in the cloud?
How do you protect your computer from viruses?
Would you like to take a computer class?
What do you think computers will be like in 10 years?

Do you enjoy cooking?
What is your favorite dish to cook?
Who taught you how to cook?
Who is the best cook in your family?
How often do you cook at home?
What are common ingredients in your country’s food?
Do you prefer cooking alone or with someone?
What is a traditional meal in your culture?
What is your traditional holiday meal?
What’s the easiest meal to prepare?
Have you ever taken a cooking class?
What is your biggest cooking mistake?
Do you prefer home-cooked food or eating out?
What is a meal from another country that you enjoy? Can you cook it?
How healthy is your cooking?
Do you like to try new recipes?
Do you ever cook desserts?
What would you cook for a special guest?
If your mom/grandma came to visit you, what would you ask her to cook?

What does “corruption” mean to you?
Is corruption a problem in your country?
What are some common forms of corruption?
How does corruption affect ordinary people?
What sectors are most affected by corruption (e.g., police, politics)?
What can governments do to reduce corruption?
Do you think corruption can ever be completely stopped?
Have you ever heard of a big corruption scandal?
What are the consequences for people who are caught being corrupt?
Is bribery common in your country?
Do people trust public officials in your country?
What is the public’s attitude toward the military in your country?
What is the impact of corruption on the economy?
Should citizens do more to fight corruption?
How do other countries deal with corruption?
What role does the media play in fighting corruption?

What crimes are most common in your area?
Is your city safe?
Have you ever witnessed a crime?
How does crime affect daily life?
What can people do to stay safe?
Do you think punishment reduces crime?
What are some non-violent crimes?
Should all crimes be punished the same way?
How does the media talk about crime?
Are police officers respected in your country?
What is a serious crime in your opinion?
What would you do if a loved one committed a crime?
How can crime be prevented?
What do you think about community policing?
Should criminals be given a second chance?
Would you feel safe walking alone at night in your city?

What is one big cultural difference you’ve noticed between countries?
Have you ever experienced culture shock?
What are some important customs in your culture?
What do people in your culture eat that others may find strange?
How do people greet each other in your culture?
How do holidays and celebrations differ around the world?
What is considered polite or rude in your culture?
What would others find very strange/curious about your culture?
What culture would you like to learn more about?
How are family roles different across cultures?
Do you think cultural differences cause misunderstandings?
What are the benefits of learning about other cultures?
How can you learn about other cultures?
Have you ever taught someone about your culture?
How do people express emotions differently in other cultures?
What surprised you about another culture you’ve visited or learned about?
How can learning about culture help with learning a language?

What customs from your culture are you most proud of?
Have you ever followed a custom that you didn’t understand? What happened?
Do you understand the history and reason behind each of your country’s festivals/holidays?
If you moved to another country, would you keep your original customs or adopt new ones?
What custom would you like to introduce to the world?
How have the customs in your country changed over the last fifty years?
If someone visited your country during a festival, what should they do to respect local customs?
What will happen if people start abandoning traditional customs?
Do you think customs help or hinder social progress?
When was the last time you participated in a custom you hadn’t done before?
Have you ever visited another country during a festival/holiday? What did the people do to celebrate?
If you had been born in a different culture, what customs do you think you would have adopted?
How do customs differ between holidays and daily life in your country?
Have you ever felt uncomfortable because a foreign custom clashed with your beliefs?
If you could change one custom in your culture, what would it be and why?
What customs do you wish more foreigners knew about your country?
How would your life be different if you ignored all the customs of your culture?

What is your usual daily routine on a typical weekday?
How has your daily routine changed since you were a child?
Are you more of a morning or night person?
If you could wake up tomorrow and your routine could be anything, what would it be?
Have you ever broken your routine and felt better or worse? Why?
Do you try to keep a routine when you go on vacation?
What will your routine look like in five years’ time?
By the end of this week, what part of your routine will you have improved?
If you didn’t have to follow any routine, what would you do with your day?
How do weekends differ from your weekday routine?
What part of your routine do you dislike and why?
Have you ever adopted a new habit that changed your routine significantly?
Is there a habit that you would like to add to your routine?
If you had more free time every day, how would you restructure your routine?
How do your routines at work and home differ?
What is your weekend routine like?
Do you think routines are good for you or do they make life boring?
What would happen if you shifted your routine to start at midnight instead of morning?
How will your daily routine change when you retire?

What do you think makes a first date successful?
Do/Did you like dating?
Have you ever been on a bad date? What happened?
If you could plan the perfect date, what would it include?
Are you usually the one to plan the date or does your partner?
Do you believe people should date many people before committing? Why or why not?
How will dating change in the next ten years with technology?
If you had known then what you know now, would you have dated differently?
What qualities do you look for in a partner and why?
Would you date someone from a very different culture? What challenges might you face?
Have you ever regretted ending or continuing a relationship? What did you learn?
If you were asked on a date by someone you didn’t know at all, would you accept or decline? Why?
Do you know what a blind date is? Would you ever go on a blind date?
How do you think dating customs in your country differ from other countries?
If you were setting up a dating profile, what would you write about yourself?
Do you believe in “love at first sight”? Why or why not?
What would you do if someone you liked wasn’t interested in you?
When did you have your first “crush”?
Do you remember your first date ever? How old were you? What did you do?
How would you handle a long distance relationship?

How has society’s attitude toward disabilities changed in your country?
Have you ever volunteered or worked with someone with a disability? What did you learn?
If you were born with a disability you don’t have now, how might your life be different?
What challenges might someone with a disability face in your city?
How can workplaces become more inclusive for disabled people?
If you had to use a wheelchair for a week, what would you do differently?
What contributions have people with disabilities made to society that you admire?
Do you think the media represents disabilities accurately? Why or why not?
How will technology change the quality of life for people with disabilities?
Have you ever felt that you were excluded because you didn’t have a disability? (“Walked in someone else’s shoes” question)
What would you do if a good friend disclosed a disability you didn’t know about?
What kinds of disabilities are there?
If someone asked you about their disability in a way you felt uncomfortable, how would you respond?
What laws or policies should be improved to support people with disabilities?
How have your own perceptions of disabilities changed over the years?
If you could invent a device to help people with disabilities, what would it do?

Do you often remember your dreams? What is one you’ll never forget?
Have you ever had a nightmare that changed you?
If you could control your dreams, what would you dream about tonight?
Do you think your dreams have meaning?
What are your big dreams for the future?
How has your dream job changed since you were younger?
By this time next year, which dream would you like to have achieved?
If you had never dreamed of something bigger, where might you be now?
Do you think dreams reflect our subconscious? Why?
What dream (in sleep) did you have that made you think differently the next day?
If you had failed to follow a dream, would you feel regret? Why or why not?
How can you turn a dream into reality?
What dream do you have that someone else might consider unrealistic?
Are you more of a realist or a dreamer?
Did you ever abandon a dream and later regret it?
How did your cultural or family background affect your dreams?
If you achieved one of your dreams, what’s the next one?

What is your typical breakfast like? What time do you eat breakfast?
How have your eating habits changed over time?
If you could only eat one cuisine for a month, which would you choose and why?
Have you ever tried a diet and failed? What happened?
Are you currently on any diet?
How will your eating habits change in the coming years?
If you didn’t have access to convenience food for a week, what would you eat?
What influences your food choices (health, cost, culture, mood)?
Do you believe eating habits differ between generations? How?
When was the last time you ate something unusual and what did it taste like?
What is the weirdest food you’ve ever eaten? Would you have it again?
If you could design your perfect meal, what would it include?
How do food and eating habits reflect culture?
Have you ever regretted eating something unhealthy? What was the outcome?
What would you do if your work schedule forced you to skip meals regularly?
If everyone ate more healthily, how would the world change?
Do you think eating organic is important?
What role does social media have in influencing eating habits?

How familiar are you with electric cars?
Have you ever driven or ridden in an electric car? How was it different?
If you bought a car now, would you pick electric or gas? Why?
Are electric cars affordable in your country?
What different brands of electric cars do you know/like?
What will the roads look like in 10 years if electric cars become the norm?
If your city banned gas cars tomorrow, how would you adapt?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of electric cars?
Have you ever regretted or considered regretting buying a gas car?
Do you think governments should subsidize electric cars? Why or why not?
Does your government provide any incentive for driving electric cars?
What would happen to the oil industry if electric cars replaced most vehicles?
If you had the money, would you convert your current vehicle to electric?
How does cultural attitude toward cars differ in your country?
By the time your children are adults, do you think gas cars will still exist?
Are there any other options besides electric and gas?
Have you heard about any innovations in electric vehicle technology that impressed you?
Are there many charging stations where you live?
If charging stations were very rare where you live, would you still consider an electric car?
How might electric cars influence the environment and climate change?

What does empathy mean to you?
Have you ever used empathy to help someone? What did you do?
If everyone practiced more empathy, how would society change?
How do you respond when someone tells you they’re going through a hard time?
Have you ever misunderstood someone because you lacked empathy? What happened?
Who is the most empathetic person you know?
Do you think you could be more empathetic?
When you were younger, were you more or less empathetic than you are now?
If you could teach empathy in schools, how would you do it?
What will the world be like if people become more empathetic in the next 20 years?
Do you think empathy is a skill or an innate trait? Why?
If you were in someone else’s shoes for a day, how might your perspective change?
How does empathy play a role in leadership and teamwork?
Have you ever felt that someone empathized with you in a way that made a big difference?
If someone failed to show empathy when you needed it, how did it affect you?
How is empathy expressed in different cultures?
What would you do today to become more empathetic?

What qualities do you think an entrepreneur must have?
Have you ever tried to start your own business? What did you learn?
If you were to start a business tomorrow, what kind would it be and why?
What will entrepreneurship look like in the future?
If you failed in your first business idea, would you try again?
What risks do entrepreneurs take to succeed?
Who is one entrepreneur you admire and why?
If you didn’t have financial constraints, what venture would you launch?
How does entrepreneurship differ across countries/cultures?
What role does innovation play in entrepreneurship?
Do entrepreneurs need to be creative? Do you consider yourself a creative person?
Have you ever helped someone else launch a business? What happened?
If you were given a million dollars today, what business would you build?
How do you think entrepreneurship affects society and economy?
Would you rather be an employee or an entrepreneur? Why?
What skills will entrepreneurs need in 20 years that they don’t need now?

What environmental problems are most serious in your country?
Have you ever done something to reduce your environmental impact? What did you do?
If everyone recycled more, how much would it help?
Does your country/city recycle? Does your family recycle?
What will happen to the planet if we ignore climate change for another 50 years?
If your government offered money to switch to renewable energy, would you take it?
Do you think businesses or individuals have more responsibility for protecting the environment? Why?
What businesses do you know of that claim to be making efforts to protect the environment?
How has awareness of environmental issues changed during your lifetime?
If you were in charge of your city’s environmental policy, what would you implement?
Have you ever experienced a direct effect of environmental degradation? What was it?
If you had to live off grid, how would you adapt your life?
What role does technology play in solving environmental problems? What role does it play in creating environmental problems? Does technology do more harm or good in the environment?
If you could tell your children one thing about the environment, what would it be?
Do you believe a single person can make a meaningful difference for the environment? Why or why not?
How do cultures differ in how they view nature and protect the environment?
What’s one environmental habit you will start this week?

What does being ethical mean to you?
Have you ever been in a situation where you had to choose between right and wrong?
If you saw someone cheating on a test, what would you do?
Do you think people are born ethical or learn to be ethical?
What would you do if you found a wallet full of money?
Have your views on ethics changed over time? How?
Should companies be punished for unethical behavior, even if it’s legal?
If everyone followed their own ethical code, what kind of world would we live in?
Have you ever done something that felt wrong even though it was technically legal?
What ethical issues do you think future generations will face?
If lying could save someone’s life, would you lie?
Have you ever regretted not speaking up about something unethical?
What role should schools play in teaching ethics?
If you were leading a company, how would you handle an ethical dilemma?
Is it possible to always do the right thing? Why or why not?

Do you usually trust statistics you read online or in the news?
Have you ever changed your opinion because of a fact or statistic?
If someone gave you two different statistics, how would you decide which one to believe?
What kind of facts do you find most interesting?
Have you ever shared a statistic that turned out to be false?
Why do people sometimes ignore facts even when they’re true?
What would happen if everyone made decisions based only on facts?
How do you verify whether a statistic is reliable?
What’s a fact you recently learned that surprised you?
If you were presenting information to a group, would you use statistics? Why or why not?
What are some common ways statistics can be misleading?
Have statistics ever helped you make an important life decision?
What’s one fact you used to believe that turned out to be false?
How can knowing facts help you in your career?
If you were writing a news article, how would you balance facts with opinions?

How often do you spend time with your family?
Have your relationships with your family changed over the years?
If you could go on vacation with just one family member, who would it be and why?
Who are you the most similar to in your family (physical similarities and personality similarities)
What was your family like when you were growing up?
What traditions does your family follow?
How would your life be different if you had grown up in a bigger (or smaller) family?
Do you think family is more important than friends? Why or why not?
Do you have any friends that you consider family?
Have you ever had a disagreement with your family that changed your relationship?
What do you admire most about someone in your family?
If you could change one thing about your family, what would it be?
What role does each person play in your family?
What do you think makes a strong family?
How are families different in different cultures?
How has technology changed the way families stay connected?
Do you think families will look different in the future? How?
Have you ever helped a family member through a difficult time? What did you do?

What values did your parents or guardians teach you?
Have your family values influenced your life choices?
What value do you think is most important in a family?
If you raise children, what values will you want to pass on? What would you like to change?
How have your family’s values changed over the generations?
Do you think family values are the same across different cultures?
What would you do if your personal values conflicted with your family’s values?
Have you ever disagreed with your family about what’s “right” or “wrong”?
If you had grown up in another country, how might your values be different?
What role do honesty and respect play in your family?
Have you ever had to explain your family values to someone who didn’t understand them?
What happens when people in the same family have very different values?
How do movies and TV shows reflect or challenge family values?
What values do you think every child should learn at home?
If family values were taught in school, what topics should be included?

How would you describe your personal style?
Have your fashion choices changed over the years?
If you could only wear one outfit for a week, what would you choose?
Do you follow fashion trends, or do you prefer your own style?
What’s the most fashionable item you’ve ever owned?
Have you ever regretted something you wore?
If you had a fashion brand, what would it be like?
Do you think fashion is a form of self-expression? Why or why not?
Do you think schools should have uniforms? What are the advantages and disadvantages?
How does fashion differ from country to country?
Are brand names important to you?
What fashion trends do you think will be popular in the next ten years?
If someone gave you $1,000 to spend on clothes, how would you use it?
What’s one fashion trend you hope never comes back?
What fashion trends have made a comeback?
Do you dress differently depending on your mood?
How important is fashion in the workplace?
Have you ever judged someone (or been judged) based on clothing?

Do you eat fast food regularly, or do you avoid it?
What was the last fast‑food meal you had, and where did you eat it?
Have you ever regretted eating fast food? Why or why not?
If you opened a fast‑food restaurant, what kind of menu would you choose?
Is fast food more popular now than it was ten years ago? Why do you think that is?
Would you prefer a fast‑food meal or a home‑cooked meal when you’re busy?
How many times this week do you eat fast food?
If fast‑food prices went up significantly, would you still eat it?
What are some advantages and disadvantages of fast food?
Have you ever tried a fast‑food item from another country? What was it like?
How are menus of the same fast food chain different from country to country?
By the time you’re 40 (or any age), do you think you will have changed your habits around fast food?
Fast food is criticized for health reasons — has the criticism ever changed your behavior?
What is your favorite fast‑food chain and what makes it special to you?
If you were asked to create a healthy version of a typical fast‑food meal, what changes would you make?
Have you ever been to a healthy fast food chain? Can fast food be healthy?
In what ways could fast‑food restaurants improve to become more sustainable or responsible?

What is your favorite festival or celebration, and why?
How did you celebrate festivals when you were growing up?
Are festivals in your country more geared towards kids or adults?
Have you ever traveled to attend a festival in another country? What was the experience like?
If you could design a new festival for your city, what theme would it have?
Do you think festivals are more about tradition or fun? Explain.
Are there religious festivals in your country?
Do you know the history or reason behind each festival in your country?
What will you do for your next birthday or major celebration?
When was the last time you attended a large public celebration? Describe it.
If you could invite one famous person (living or dead) to your celebration, who would it be and why?
Is there a celebration you have missed or regret not attending? Why?
How do festivals differ in your country compared to other countries you’ve visited or know about?
By the time you retire, how many festivals do you hope to have attended around the world?
Have you ever helped organize a festival or big event? What did you learn?
What would you want others to know about festivals in your country?
If festivals were no longer allowed where you live, how would that affect your community?
What food, music or traditions are unique in your favorite celebration?
Do you prefer large public celebrations or small private gatherings? Why?

How important are first impressions when you meet someone for the first time?
Have you ever misjudged someone based on a first impression? What happened?
What would you like your first impression to be when someone meets you?
Is it easy for you to introduce yourself to new people?
If someone gave you a poor first impression, would you give them another chance?
When was the last time you changed your mind about someone after getting to know them better?
Can a first impression be misleading? Why or why not?
What body language or gestures do you use when introducing yourself?
If you could improve one thing about how you introduce yourself, what would you change?
Do cultural differences affect first impressions? Give an example.
Looking back ten years, how have your first impressions of people changed?
Have you ever made a very good first impression and gained an opportunity because of it?
If you were hiring someone, how much would you rely on your first impression?
When having a job interview, what sorts of characteristics can influence a first impression?
Do you think technology (video calls, social media) has changed how we form first impressions? How?
What role does appearance play in first impressions? Should it matter?
By the time you finish this year, is there someone new you’d like to meet and form a strong first impression with?

What’s your favorite dish and why?
Can you make your favorite dish? Who makes it the best?
How has your taste in food changed since you were younger?
Have you ever cooked a complicated recipe? What happened?
If you could only eat one type of cuisine for the rest of your life, which would you choose?
Do you think people will eat differently in 20 years than they do now? How so?
When was the last time you tried a food you thought you would not like? Did you like it?
Would you be willing to share a meal with someone you didn’t like? Why or why not?
By this time next year, what new food would you like to have tried?
What food from your country would you recommend to a tourist?
How important is food to your culture?
If you were to open a restaurant, what food would you serve?
Have you ever regretted not eating something when you had the chance?
What’s a food that you haven’t tried yet but would love to?
Do you believe healthy food always tastes less good than unhealthy food? Why or why not?
How important is it for you to eat healthy?
How do you feel about food waste — have you ever tried to reduce it?
When friends come over, what food do you usually prepare?
Do you ever bring food to friends’ or family' s houses? What do you bring?

What do you like to do in your free time?
How did you spend your free time when you were a child?
How did you spend your free time when you were in the university?
Will you try any new hobby in the next six months? What will it be?
If you had unlimited free time, how would you use it?
Have you ever taken a break from work just to relax? What did you do?
If you could spend a day with no responsibilities at all, what would you choose to do?
What free‑time activity do you think you’ll give up in the future? Why?
How important is free time for your mental health and enjoyment?
By the time you’re 50, how do you hope to spend your free time?
How do you hope to spend your free time during retirement?
Have you ever met a friend through a hobby or free‑time activity?
What free‑time activity would you recommend to someone who lives in your city?
If you were offered more money but less free time, would you take it?
Does your job offer any fun free-time activities? Such as sports classes, mental health days, etc? If not, what would you like to have offered?
What hobby have you tried but stopped doing? What changed?
Are you more productive or relaxed during your free time? Why?
What free‑time habit would you like to develop but haven’t yet?
If you had one more hour each day, how would you spend it?

What qualities do you value most in a friend?
How have your friendships changed as you’ve grown older?
Have you ever lost a friend? What happened?
If you could travel with a friend anywhere in the world, where would you go, who would you go with and why?
Do you believe a good friend should always agree with you? Why or why not?
Have you ever made a new friend in an unexpected place? What was it like?
Have you ever had a friend who you didn’t like at first, but then grew to love?
By this time next year, how many friends would you like to reconnect with?
How often do you stay in touch with your friends?
If you had to choose between a large group of acquaintances and a few close friends, which would you pick and why?
Can people remain friends even if they move far away or change a lot? Explain.
Have you ever helped a friend through a difficult time? What did you learn?
Would you help a friend financially if they asked you? What are the limits?
How do you maintain friendships when life gets busy?
Did you have a best friend when you were a child? Are you still in touch?
Who is your oldest friend (the friend you’ve been friends with the longest)?
If you were to lose all your current friends and had to start over, what would you do?
Is it easy for you to make friends?
What kind of friend do you hope to be in the future?
How old are most of your friends?
Are all of your friends friends with each other?

Where do you think you will live in five years?
What change in your country do you expect to see in the next ten years?
Have you ever planned your future and then changed your mind? Why?
Do you enjoy thinking about the future?
If you could time‑travel to the future, what year would you go to and why?
When do you hope to retire?
By the time you’re 60, what do you hope you will have achieved?
If you win a huge amount of money, what will you do with it?
Do you think technology will improve or harm our quality of life in the future?
What skills will you need to develop for your future success?
Have you set any goals for next year? What are they?
Do you keep track of your goals and progress?
If you could predict one major global event in the next decade, what would it be?
How would your life be different if you had chosen a different career path?
Will you still live in the same city or move somewhere else in the future?
What kind of person do you hope to become ten years from now?
If everyone in the world shared one common goal, what should it be and why?

What’s your favorite game to play (video, board, or sport) and why?
How often did you play games when you were a child?
Did your parents make any restrictions to the amount of time you could spend playing games?
Have you ever been very competitive in a game? Describe the experience.
Have you ever let someone win in a game? Why?
If you invented a new game, what rules would it have?
Do you think games teach important life skills? Explain.
Will you play games with your children (or younger people) in the future? Which games?
What was the most memorable game night you ever had?
Have you ever played a game for money?
Are there games that are popular now which you think will be forgotten in 20 years? Why?
Have you ever played a game that changed your perspective or attitude?
Would you rather play a game alone or with others? Why?
What games can be played alone? Which are only multiplayer games?
If you could be professional at one game, which would you choose and why?
Do you think you would like to have a career making games? How about playing them?
What game skill have you always wanted to improve?
By the time you’re older, do you think you’ll still play games? How will they change?
If you could travel back to your childhood and re‑play a game, which one would you choose and why?

What gesture or body language do you use often in your country?
Have you ever accidentally used a gesture in another country that meant something different? What happened?
If you met someone from a very different culture, how would you make sure your body language was respectful?
Do you think gestures are more important than words when communicating? Why or why not?
How has your understanding of body language changed over the years?
By the time you travel again, what gesture will you pay extra attention to in that culture?
Do you think it’s important to research a country’s gestures before traveling there?
Would you feel uncomfortable if someone used unfamiliar body language with you? Why?
How does body language differ in interactions between two men and those between two women? How about between men and women?
What body language signals do you use to show you’re listening or interested?
If someone misreads your gesture, how would you react?
Are there gestures that should never be used in polite conversation? Give examples.
Have you ever learned a gesture that you found especially interesting or surprising?
If you watched a film without dialogue, would you be able to understand what’s happening through gestures?
In your opinion, how will body language change as more communication happens online?
Would you teach a child about culturally appropriate gestures? Why or why not?
What gesture will you avoid the next time you meet someone from a different culture?

What kind of job are you interested in now, and why?
How many jobs have you had so far in your life? What did you learn from them?
What was your first job?
Have you ever had a job interview that went really well (or badly)? What happened?
If you could pick any job without worrying about money, what would it be?
Do you think remote work will become the standard? Why or why not?
Is your work easy to do remotely?
What skills do you need to develop to get the job you want in the future?
By next year, what job‑related goal will you have achieved?
If you were the boss, what kind of workplace culture would you create?
Have you ever applied for a job that you didn’t get? How did you handle it?
What is the job market like now in your field?
What are some typical interview questions that get asked in your job field?
Would you rather have a job you love with low pay, or a job you don’t like with high pay? Why?
What role does networking play in getting a job, in your opinion?
If you could move to another city or country to get the job you want, would you? Why or why not?
What part of your current or past job do you enjoy the most? Why?
By the time you’re 65, what kind of job or lifestyle do you hope to have?
If you had just one day to make a perfect impression at a job interview, how would you prepare?

What’s your usual morning routine?
How long does it take you to get ready in the morning?
What did your morning routine look like five years ago?
If you could skip one morning task forever, which would it be and why?
Have you ever been late to something important because of your morning routine?
Who spends the most time getting ready in your family?
What helps you wake up feeling refreshed?
If you had an extra hour in the morning, how would you use it?
By the time you leave the house, how many things have you already done?
Have you ever changed your routine to be more productive? What did you change?
What’s your favorite part of getting ready in the morning?
Do you prepare anything the night before to save time in the morning?
What will your morning routine look like when your life situation changes (e.g., new job, baby, retirement)?
If you had to get ready without electricity or water, how would you do it?
What would your ideal morning look like if you had no responsibilities?
Have you ever forgotten something important while getting ready? What happened?

How often do you go to the doctor or dentist?
When was the last time you had a check-up?
Have you ever avoided going to the doctor or dentist? Why?
If you could ask your doctor any question without embarrassment, what would it be?
What do you usually do to stay healthy and avoid visits?
Have you ever had a bad experience at the doctor’s or dentist’s office?
What will you do if you start feeling unwell tomorrow?
By this time next year, what health check would you like to have done?
What advice has a doctor or dentist given you that you still follow today?
Would you feel comfortable seeing a different doctor every time you go? Why or why not?
If medical care were free, how would that change your health habits?
Have you ever been to a doctor in another country? What was the experience like?
What kinds of health services are most important in your community?
Have you ever helped someone else get medical or dental care?
What do you do to stay calm when visiting the doctor or dentist?
What is the emergency room like in your country? Is there always a long wait?
If you could improve the healthcare system in your country, what would you change?

Have you ever played golf? If so, where?
What do you know about the rules of golf?
If you had to choose between golf and another sport, which would you pick and why?
What would you wear if you went golfing tomorrow?
Have you ever watched a golf tournament on TV or in person?
What do people enjoy about golf, in your opinion?
Would you like to learn how to play golf someday? Why or why not?
What are some stereotypes people have about golf? Are they fair?
When you retire, would you like to play golf regularly?
If you were invited to a company golf event, would you go? Why or why not?
How do you think golf compares to more fast-paced sports?
Have you ever seen golf played differently in other cultures or countries?
If you could design your own golf course, what features would it have?
Does your country have golf courses?
What makes golf difficult or easy to learn?
Do you think golf is more about physical skill or mental focus? Explain.

What’s a habit you’re proud of?
Have you ever tried to break a bad habit? What happened?
If you could instantly create a new good habit, what would it be?
What habits do successful people usually have, in your opinion?
When you were a child, what habit did your parents encourage?
How long does it usually take you to form a new habit?
Have you ever copied a habit from someone you admire?
What bad habit do you see a lot in public places?
By next year, what new habit would you like to develop?
What’s the difference between a habit and a routine?
Would you rather change one major habit or improve several small ones?
Have you ever helped someone else change a habit?
What habits do people often try to change in January? Do you?
If your schedule suddenly changed, which habit would be hardest to keep?
What is one habit that you’ve had for a long time and don’t plan to change?

Do you want children? Why or why not?
Have your thoughts about having children changed over time?
What advice would you give to someone having their first child?
If you had a child today, what values would you want to teach them?
What are some values that your parents taught you?
What are some challenges of raising children in today’s world?
How did your parents raise you compared to how you might raise children?
Have you ever taken care of a baby or young child? What was it like?
If you had twins, how would you feel?
Do you think it’s harder to raise children now than in the past? Why?
How expensive is it to raise a child? What are some expenses to consider?
What will your life look like in 10 years if you have children?
What do you think about people who choose not to have children?
Have you ever been surprised by how a child thinks or behaves?
If you could only give one piece of advice to your future child, what would it be?
By the time you’re older, do you hope to have grandchildren?
What’s one thing your parents did that you would do differently with your own children?

How do you stay healthy in your daily life?
What does it mean to be healthy?
What’s one healthy habit you’ve developed recently?
Have you ever made a big lifestyle change for your health? What was it?
If you could improve one part of your health, what would it be?
What do you think is more important: physical or mental health?
How has your view of health changed as you’ve gotten older?
Do you think people worry too much or too little about their health today?
By the end of this year, what health goal do you hope to reach?
Have you ever helped a friend or family member improve their health?
What health advice do you always ignore?
Do you smoke? Have you ever smoked?
How often do you drink alcohol?
If you had to give up sugar, caffeine, or meat, which one would be hardest?
Have you ever considered becoming a vegetarian?
Have you ever tried a new diet or exercise routine? What happened?
What role does sleep play in your overall health?
Would you be willing to change jobs or move for better health?
How can the place where we live affect our health?
If you could design a perfect “healthy day,” what would it include?
Did you ever learn about health in school?
What did you learn about health as a child?

What’s your favorite holiday and why?
What is the reason/history behind your favorite holiday?
How did you celebrate holidays as a child?
Have you ever spent a holiday in a different country? What was it like?
If you could create a new holiday, what would it celebrate?
What are the best and worst parts of holiday traditions?
How do you usually prepare for a big holiday?
What holiday would you celebrate more if you had more time or money?
Have you ever had a holiday that didn’t go as planned? What happened?
By this time next year, what holiday would you like to celebrate differently?
How do holidays bring people together in your culture?
Would you prefer quiet holidays or big, crowded celebrations?
Do you decorate your home for holidays? Why or why not?
What role does food play in your holiday traditions?
Have you ever skipped a holiday celebration? Why?
If you could invite anyone to your next holiday gathering, who would it be?

What’s the most useful appliance in your home?
How do you divide household chores in your home?
Have you ever had to live without electricity or running water? What did you do?
If you could automate one household task forever, which would you choose?
If you could make a robot to help you with any household task, what would the robot do?
What chores did you do as a child?
As a child, did you get paid an allowance when doing chores?
Have you ever broken a home appliance? What happened?
What new appliance would you love to buy?
By next year, what household task will you try to make easier?
Do you prefer to clean a little every day or all at once?
Is there a specific day of the week you clean on?
What task do you enjoy the most (or least) at home? Why?
If a robot could do all your housework, would you still do anything yourself?
Have you ever helped someone else set up or fix an appliance?
What appliance do you think every home should have?
How have household tasks changed in the last 50 years?
What would your “dream home” include to make housework easier?
Would you ever pay someone to clean your home?

What kind of home do you live in now?
What kind of home did you grow up in?
If you could design your dream home, what features would it have?
What do you like most about your current home?
What is something you would change?
Have you ever moved to a new home? How did it feel?
Do you prefer living in the city or the countryside? Why?
If you could live anywhere in the world, where would you choose?
What makes a house feel like a “home” to you?
By the time you retire, what kind of home do you want to live in?
Have you ever helped someone move into a new place?
What kind of homes are common in your country?
What material are most homes in your country made from?
If you were forced to move tomorrow, what would be your biggest concern?
What responsibilities come with owning a home?
Have you ever decorated or renovated your home? What did you do?
Do you prefer to buy a home that is already built or would you rather build your own home from scratch?

What do you look for when choosing a hotel?
What was the best hotel you’ve ever stayed in?
Have you ever had a bad experience at a hotel? What happened?
If you could design a hotel, what special features would it have?
Do you usually stay in hotels when you travel, or do you prefer something else?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of staying at hotels? Airbnbs? Apartments? Hostels?
How important is hotel location when you travel?
Would you rather stay in a small hotel or a large resort? Why?
Have you ever stayed at an all inclusive hotel before?
What do you usually do when you arrive at a hotel?
Do you sleep well in hotels?
By this time next year, where would you like to stay in a hotel?
Have you ever stayed in a hotel for work or business? How was it different from vacation?
If your hotel room wasn’t clean, how would you handle the situation?
What amenities do you expect from a good hotel?
What does a hotel breakfast usually include?
Have you ever met interesting people while staying in a hotel?
What’s the most unusual hotel you’ve heard of or seen?
Have you ever stayed at a themed hotel?
If money weren’t a problem, what kind of hotel experience would you book?

Have you or your family ever immigrated to another country? What was the experience like?
Why do people choose to immigrate?
What are some challenges immigrants often face?
What are some challenges immigrants faced in the past? How are they different or the same?
If you had to move to another country tomorrow, which would you choose and why?
How do you think immigration has shaped your country?
Have you ever helped someone adjust to life in a new country?
Are there many immigrants in your country?
Where do the majority of immigrants come from in your country?
Are any of your friends immigrants?
By the time someone has lived in a new country for five years, what might they have learned?
Would you immigrate to another country for work, family, or safety?
What laws or systems support or make life harder for immigrants?
How does immigration affect culture, language, and identity?
Do you think children of immigrants experience culture differently than their parents?
Have you ever felt like a “stranger” in a new place?
If you could improve the immigration process in your country, what would you change?
What are the emotional effects of leaving your home country?
What advice would you give to someone planning to immigrate?

What makes someone unique or individual in your opinion?
Have you ever felt pressure to be like everyone else? What did you do?
What causes us to feel pressure to be like someone else?
How do you express your individuality (through clothes, hobbies, opinions, etc.)?
If you could completely reinvent yourself, what would you change?
Do you think it’s important to stand out or to fit in? Why?
Has your sense of individuality changed over time?
What makes your personality different from your friends or family?
Would you rather follow tradition or do things your own way?
By this time next year, what personal goal will help you express your individuality more?
Does your city/culture embrace individuality?
Do schools or workplaces support individuality or discourage it?
Have you ever been judged for being “too different”?
If everyone tried to be the same, what would society lose?
What’s one thing about yourself you would never change, even if others asked you to?
Who is someone you admire for their strong sense of individuality?
How can people balance being themselves with respecting others’ values?

What does “intelligence” mean to you?
Do you believe intelligence is something you're born with or something you develop?
Have you ever felt smart in one area but not in another?
If you could instantly gain intelligence in one subject, what would it be?
What kinds of intelligence are not measured by IQ tests?
Who is someone you consider very intelligent and why?
Have you ever done something that made you feel “smart”?
What kind of intelligence do you use most in your daily life?
By the time students finish school, what types of intelligence should they have developed?
Do you think emotional intelligence is just as important as academic intelligence?
Have you ever been underestimated because of how you look or speak?
If schools focused more on creativity than memorization, how would students benefit?
Do you think intelligence can be improved at any age?
Would you rather be intelligent or creative? Why?
What’s one way you’ve used your intelligence to solve a real-life problem?

How do you usually prepare for a job interview?
What was your most memorable job interview?
Have you ever been nervous during an interview? What helped you?
If you could ask the interviewer one question, what would it be?
What’s the most common interview question you’ve heard? How do you answer it?
Have you ever not gotten a job after a good interview?
Would you prefer in-person or video interviews? Why?
By this time next year, how many interviews do you expect to have done?
What is one mistake people often make in job interviews?
If you could redo one job interview, what would you do differently?
How important has English been to your job interviews?
Do you think how you dress matters in interviews? Why or why not?
Do you think employers judge interviewees based on their appearance? What are some aspects that they might judge?
Have you ever interviewed someone else? What did you look for?
What are signs that an interview is going well?
If you felt unqualified for a job, would you still apply and interview?
How has technology changed the job interview process?

What job do you currently have or want to have?
Have you ever had a job you loved? What made it great?
What job did you want when you were a child?
If you could try any job for one week, what would it be?
What are some common jobs in your country?
What job would you never want to do? Why?
How has your idea of a “good job” changed over time?
What skills are most important in your job or dream job?
By the time you retire, what do you want to be known for professionally?
Would you prefer job security or higher salary? Why?
Have you ever changed careers? What made you switch?
Do you think robots or AI will replace some jobs? Which ones?
What job do you think is the most respected in your culture?
Do you think you need a university education to get a respected job?
Have you ever worked in a team? How was the experience?
If you had unlimited money, would you still work? Why or why not?

How many languages do you speak, and how did you learn them?
What’s the most difficult part of learning a new language?
Have you ever been in a situation where you couldn’t communicate because of language?
If you could speak any language instantly, which would you choose?
Why do you think some people learn languages faster than others?
What is the best age to learn a language?
How long does it take to learn a language? Do you ever stop learning the language?
What language do you think sounds the most beautiful? Why?
What languages are similar to your language?
Have you ever misunderstood someone because of language differences?
What role do culture and language play together?
By the time you retire, how many languages would you like to speak?
Do you prefer learning in a classroom or through real-life conversation?
What’s one tip you would give someone learning your language?
Have you ever used a language app or online course? Did it help?
If your native language disappeared, what language would you speak instead?
How important is it to protect endangered languages?
How many languages are spoken in your country? Are they all respected equally?
Would you raise your children to be bilingual? Why or why not?

What new skill are you learning or want to learn?
Have you ever learned a skill you thought was impossible at first?
What motivates you to keep learning something new?
If you could learn any skill in one day, what would it be?
How do you usually learn best — watching, listening, or doing?
Have you ever used Youtube to learn a new skill?
Have you ever given up on a skill? Why?
By this time next year, what skill do you hope to have mastered?
What’s one skill you learned as a child that you still use today?
Have you ever learned how to play an instrument?
Would you rather learn a physical skill (like dancing) or a mental one (like coding)? Why?
Have you ever taught someone a skill you know?
What was the hardest part of learning your current job skills?
Do you think it’s easier or harder to learn new skills as an adult?
What skill do you think will be most useful in the future?
Would you rather learn one thing deeply or many things a little bit?
How do you feel when you finally master something difficult?

Why did you decide to learn English?
What part of English is hardest for you?
How long have you been studying English?
If you could speak English perfectly, what would you do with it?
What do you enjoy most about learning English?
What learning method works best for you — books, videos, speaking?
Have you ever had an embarrassing moment while speaking English?
Do you have a favorite English word?
How do you practice English outside of class?
By this time next year, what level of English would you like to reach?
What advice would you give to someone just starting to learn English?
Have you ever had to use English in a real-life situation (work, travel, etc.)?
Do you prefer learning grammar or vocabulary? Why?
Have you ever taken an English level exam?
How has learning English changed your life?
Would you ever teach English to others? Why or why not?
What English phrase or expression do you like the most?
What is English education like in schools in your country?

What does love mean to you?
Do you believe in love at first sight? Why or why not?
Have you ever done something romantic for someone you love?
If you were in love with someone from another culture, what challenges might come up?
How do people show love in your culture?
Does your country celebrate Valentine’s Day?
Has your idea of love changed as you’ve gotten older?
Have you ever taken the Love Language test? What is your love language: words of affirmation, quality time, receiving gifts, physical touch, or acts of service?
What makes a strong relationship?
Would you move to another country for love?
By the time a couple is married, what should they have learned about each other?
Have you ever given or received a meaningful gift in a relationship?
What’s more important in love: passion, trust, or communication?
Do you think people fall in love more easily today or in the past?
What’s the difference between love and friendship?
If you had to write a love letter, what would you say?
Do you think love can last forever? Why or why not?

What is a luxury item you own or would like to own?
What makes something a “luxury”?
Have you ever saved money to buy something expensive?
If you won a lot of money, what luxury item would you buy first?
Do you think luxury items bring happiness? Why or why not?
What’s the most expensive thing you’ve ever bought?
Would you rather have one expensive item or many affordable ones?
How have luxury brands changed over the years?
Have you ever regretted buying something expensive?
By this time next year, what luxury item might you be able to afford?
What luxury items are popular in your country?
Do you think people buy luxury goods to impress others?
Would you spend more on quality or appearance?
If you designed a luxury item, what would it be?
Is it wrong to want luxury, or is it just personal preference?

What do good manners mean to you?
What manners were you taught as a child?
Have you ever been in a situation where someone’s manners surprised you?
How do manners differ across cultures?
If someone has bad manners, do you say something or stay silent?
What are some examples of good table manners in your country?
Have you ever felt embarrassed because you didn’t know the correct manners?
What manners do you think are most important in public places?
By this time next year, what manners would you like your children or family to improve?
Do you think manners are becoming more or less important in today’s world?
If someone interrupted you while speaking, how would you respond politely?
Have you ever been praised for having good manners?
Would you say manners are more important in formal or casual situations?
How would you teach manners to someone new to your culture?
What’s one polite phrase you think everyone should know?

What do you think makes a strong marriage?
What is the average age of marriage in your country?
Have you ever been to a wedding that was very traditional or very unusual?
If you were planning a wedding, what would it look like?
Do you think love is necessary for a successful marriage? Why or why not?
What are your thoughts on arranged marriages?
How has marriage changed over the past 50 years?
Would you rather have a small wedding or a big celebration?
What advice would you give to someone getting married for the first time?
Have you ever attended a marriage ceremony in another culture? What was different?
By the time a couple gets married, what should they know about each other?
Do you think marriage is still important in modern society?
If you had to describe an ideal partner, what qualities would they have?
Have you ever seen a marriage succeed against the odds?
What are the legal or financial benefits of marriage in your country?
Would you marry someone from a different culture or religion? Why or why not?

Have you ever had a professional massage? What was it like?
What types of massage are common in your country?
If you could get a massage right now, what kind would you choose?
What are the health benefits of massage, in your opinion?
Have you ever learned how to give a massage?
Do you think massage should be part of healthcare?
By this time next year, would you like to try a different type of massage?
If you had to choose between a massage and another relaxing activity, what would you pick?
Have you ever had a massage in another country? Was it different from home?
Do you think massage is more for physical health or relaxation?
How often would you get a massage if time and money weren’t a problem?
Have you ever had an uncomfortable experience during a massage?
Would you prefer a massage at a spa, at home, or at a clinic? Why?
What part of the body do you think needs massage the most after a long day?
If you had to describe massage to someone who never tried it, what would you say?

Do you enjoy meeting new people? Why or why not?
What do you usually say when you meet someone for the first time?
Have you ever made a friend by accident or in an unexpected place?
If you could meet anyone in the world, who would it be?
What are some good conversation starters when meeting someone new?
How do people in your culture greet each other?
By this time next year, where do you hope to meet new people?
Have you ever been nervous about meeting someone new? What helped you?
Do you prefer to meet people in groups or one-on-one?
What’s the most interesting person you’ve ever met?
If you meet someone who speaks another language, how do you communicate?
Do you think it’s easier to meet people online or in person?
Have you ever met someone who changed your life?
What do you look for when choosing new friends or colleagues?
If you had to introduce yourself in 10 seconds, what would you say?

What is the most memorable trip you’ve ever taken?
Why was that trip special to you?
Have you ever traveled somewhere that surprised you?
If you could take a trip anywhere tomorrow, where would you go?
What’s more important on a trip: the place, the people, or the experience?
Have you ever had travel problems like delays or getting lost?
By this time next year, what trip would you like to take?
Do you prefer to travel alone or with others? Why?
Is there someone who you do not like traveling with?
What’s the best food you’ve ever tried while traveling?
If you could relive one trip from your past, which one would it be?
How do you usually prepare for a trip?
What would be your perfect weekend get-away?
Have you ever made a new friend while traveling?
What’s one thing you always bring on a trip?
Would you rather travel to cities, nature, or historical sites?
What’s one thing you learned from your travels?

What’s your earliest memory?
How do you usually remember important information?
Have you ever forgotten something really important? What happened?
If you could erase one memory, would you do it? Why or why not?
What do you do to improve your memory?
Do smells or music ever remind you of a memory?
By this time next year, what memory do you hope to create?
What’s the happiest memory you have?
What’s the saddest memory you have?
How do memories affect our personality?
Have you ever tried writing a journal to remember things?
What memory would you share with someone to help them understand you better?
If you lost your memory for a day, what would be the most difficult part?
Do you think people remember emotions or facts better?
How has your memory changed as you’ve gotten older?
Do you have any older relatives who have lost their memories?
What’s one thing you’ll never forget, no matter how much time passes?

What motivates you to work hard?
Have you ever felt completely unmotivated? What did you do?
If you had a big goal, how would you stay motivated?
What motivates you more: success or avoiding failure?
Who in your life inspires you the most?
What’s a goal you’ve achieved thanks to motivation and discipline?
By this time next year, what goal would you like to accomplish?
Do rewards or deadlines motivate you more?
What advice would you give someone who has lost motivation?
Do you have motivation to exercise?
Have you ever helped someone else stay motivated?
What motivates you to keep learning English?
If money were no issue, what would you be motivated to do every day?
How do you handle distractions or negative thoughts?
What’s something small you do every day that keeps you going?
Do you think motivation is a feeling or a choice?

What’s your favorite movie of all time?
What kind of movies do you usually watch?
Have you ever watched a movie that changed the way you think?
If you could be in any movie, which one would you choose?
Do you prefer watching movies at home or in a theater?
What do you buy at the movie theater?
What movie have you watched more than once? Why?
By this time next year, what movie do you hope to see?
Do you read reviews before watching movies? Why or why not?
Have you ever cried during a movie?
What’s the funniest movie you’ve ever seen?
Do you like movies based on real events or fictional stories?
If your life were a movie, what would the title be?
What’s one foreign movie you recommend?
How are movies in your country different from others?
Have you ever learned something from a movie?
What actor or actress do you admire most?

What kind of music do you like to listen to?
Who is your favorite singer, band, or musician?
Have you ever been to a live concert? What was it like?
If you could learn to play any instrument, what would it be?
What role does music play in your daily life?
Has a song ever made you emotional or reminded you of something?
By this time next year, what music event would you like to attend?
Do you listen to music when you study or work? Why or why not?
What’s a song that always puts you in a good mood?
How has your taste in music changed over time?
Do you prefer music in your language or in English?
If you had to create a playlist for a road trip, what songs would you include?
What kind of music do people in your country listen to most?
Would you rather go to a small concert or a big music festival?
What’s one piece of music you’ll never forget?

Have you ever experienced a natural disaster? What happened?
What kinds of natural disasters are common in your country?
If a natural disaster happened tomorrow, would you know what to do?
What should people keep in an emergency kit?
Have you ever helped someone after a disaster?
By this time next year, what safety steps should you take to prepare for a disaster?
What’s the most dangerous natural disaster, in your opinion?
How do governments usually respond to disasters in your country?
Would you live in an area known for earthquakes or hurricanes? Why or why not?
What’s the difference between natural disasters and climate change?
How can technology help us predict or respond to disasters?
Have you ever seen a disaster happen on the news or in person?
What role do community volunteers play during disasters?
If you had to evacuate your home, what would you take with you?
What can people do to help the environment and reduce natural disasters?

What do you think makes a neighborhood appealing?
Is your neighborhood safe?
Are there many young people in your neighborhood? Families? Old people?
What was the biggest change in your neighborhood over the last five years?
Will your neighborhood be a good place for your family to live ten years from now? Why or why not?
If you could change one thing about your current neighborhood, what would it be?
Have you ever lived in a neighborhood with a strong sense of community?
What is the most annoying thing happening in your neighborhood lately?
Before you moved here, had you researched the area carefully?
What amenities are currently being built in your local area?
Will you be moving to a different neighborhood next year?
If a new neighbor had asked you for advice, what would you have told them about the area?
Have you been seeing more local businesses opening recently?
What did you use to do for fun in the neighborhood where you grew up?
Should people be required to attend neighborhood meetings?
Do you have neighborhood parties?
What will your neighborhood have achieved by the end of the year in terms of improvements?
If you were looking for a new place to live, what kind of neighborhood would you prioritize?

Do you speak to your neighbors often? If so, what about?
What kind of relationship did you have with your neighbors when you were a child?
Will you help a neighbor if you see them struggling with groceries?
If your neighbor were playing loud music late at night, how would you handle the situation?
Have you ever had a serious argument with a neighbor?
Have you ever given your key to a neighbor for any reason?
What are your neighbors doing now that is bothering you?
Before you moved in, had you met any of your new neighbors?
Have your neighbors been complaining about anything lately?
Have you ever hosted a party that might have annoyed your neighbors?
If a neighbor had needed a loan, would you have offered them money?
Should people be allowed to see their neighbor's rental history before they move in?
Who is the most interesting person who has ever lived next door to you?
Do your neighbors change often?
What will you do if a new neighbor doesn't introduce themselves? Would you introduce yourself to a neighbor?
If you were a very wealthy person, would you still be friendly with all your neighbors?
Have you ever shared food or tools with your neighbors?
What were your neighbors like when you were growing up?
In your home country, is it traditional to give a new neighbor a small welcome gift?

Do you read the news every day, or only occasionally?
What was the most shocking news story you remember from the past year?
In the future, will A.I. be writing most of the news articles?
If you could meet any journalist in the world, who would it be?
Have you ever believed a fake news story that you later found out was untrue?
What international event is currently receiving the most media attention?
Where do you watch/read about your news?
Before the internet, how had people managed to get their news so quickly?
Have the news outlets in your country been focusing too much on politics lately?
Do you wish the news was more positive?
What major events will journalists have covered by the end of this decade?
If a newspaper had lied about you, what would you have done?
Should news programs be required to present both sides of an issue equally?
What news source do you trust the most, and why?
Do you think that the older generation watches the news more?
If a government stops funding public news, what will happen to independent journalism?
Did you use to rely on print newspapers more than online news?
In your home country, is the news often delivered with more passion or more objectivity than in the U.S.?
What is one piece of news about your country that you wish the international media would report on more often?

Do you think online dating is the best way to meet people today?
What were the biggest concerns people had about online dating ten years ago? Have those concerns changed?
Will more people be using virtual reality dating platforms in the next few years?
If you were creating a profile right now, what would you write in your bio?
Have you ever met a long-term partner through an online dating app?
What qualities are people looking for in a partner when they are using dating apps?
Before the pandemic, had online dating already become the most popular way to meet people?
Have dating sites been making it harder or easier to find true love?
By the end of this year, how many people will the most popular dating app have gained?
If you had known the person you met online was lying, would you still have gone on the date?
Should people be required to provide proof of identity before creating a dating profile?
Should online dating sites have background checks?
Does online dating change the way people view relationships?
Are you planning to try an online dating service anytime soon?
If someone sent you a strange message online, would you block them immediately?
Which online dating services did you use to hear about most often?
Is online dating more or less acceptable in your culture compared to meeting someone through family or friends?
Are there any cultural taboos or dating rituals in your country that online dating apps don't account for?

Do you think personality is mainly inherited or developed through experience?
What kind of person were you in high school?
Will your personality change a lot in the next twenty years?
If you could instantly change one aspect of your personality, what would you choose?
Have you ever met someone whose personality completely surprised you?
Are you trying to change any part of your personality right now?
Before you started your current job, had you taken a personality test?
Has the amount of time you spend online been affecting your personality?
What major personality traits will a new generation have developed by 2050?
If a friend had had a completely different personality, would you still have liked them?
Would you want your partner to have the same personality as you?
Should employers be allowed to hire people based on personality over skill?
What does a person’s handwriting reveal about their personality?
Will you be focusing on developing a specific personality trait in the near future?
If you become very famous, how will your personality be perceived by the public?
Did you use to be more extroverted or introverted when you were younger?
Is modesty considered a more important personality trait in your culture than being outgoing?

Do you believe that basic politeness is disappearing in modern society?
What was the most serious breach of etiquette you witnessed recently?
Will table manners still be important fifty years from now?
If you saw someone acting impolitely in public, would you say something?
Have you ever felt embarrassed because you didn't know the proper etiquette in a situation?
What rude behavior are you seeing most often in stores or restaurants lately?
Before the invention of the cell phone, had the rules of public etiquette been stricter?
Have changing social norms been making it harder to know what is polite?
By the time you retire, what will the rules for online etiquette have become?
If you had been introduced to a king or queen, would you have known what to do?
Must a thank-you note be written after every gift or gesture?
What is considered polite in your culture that is not considered polite in other cultures?
Are you planning to teach your children (or future children) specific rules of etiquette?
If you know the proper etiquette, will you correct a friend who makes a mistake?
Did your parents use to insist you say "please" and "thank you" for everything?
What is a rule of etiquette in your country that tourists often seem to break without realizing it?
How does the proper way to address an older person or a superior change depending on the language you are speaking?

Do students today face more pressure than students in the past?
What was the most difficult exam you took when you were a student?
Will technology make studying easier or harder for students in the future?
If you were a university administrator, what would you do to reduce student stress?
Have you ever pulled an all-nighter to finish a school project or paper?
What strategies are students currently using to cope with academic pressure?
Before you chose your current field of study, had you considered other options?
Has the cost of higher education been increasing at an alarming rate?
If you had studied a different subject, would your career path have been different?
Should students be allowed to grade their teachers?
What does the pressure to get good grades do to a student's mental health?
Is mental health talked about in your country?
Will you be taking any more classes or courses in the next year?
If a student fails one test, will it ruin their chances of getting a good job?
Did you use to feel pressure from your family to get good grades?
In your country, is the pressure on students more focused on the entrance exam or on the final graduation score?
How is the relationship between students and teachers in your culture different from what you see in other cultures?

Do you think that true privacy still exists in the digital age?
When you were younger, what did privacy mean to you?
Will our personal data be safer in ten years than it is now?
If you could delete all your personal information from the internet, would you do it?
Have you ever felt that an app or company was spying on you?
What steps are companies taking right now to protect consumer privacy?
Do you change your passwords regularly?
Have governments been respecting the privacy of their citizens enough?
In the next few years, what new privacy laws will the government have passed?
If a hacker had stolen your identity, what would you have done first?
Should public figures be entitled to the same level of privacy as private citizens?
What kind of things are you careful not to share on social media?
If a social media company gets caught misusing data, will people stop using it?
Did people use to worry about privacy as much before the internet?
Are citizens in your home country more concerned about government surveillance or corporate data collection?
Does your culture generally consider sharing personal health information to be a private or a public matter?

Do you believe in the idea of "work smarter, not harder?"
What was the most productive day you had last month, and why?
Will technology eventually make human workers completely redundant?
If you had an extra four hours in your day, how would you use them productively?
Have you ever tried a specific method (like the Pomodoro Technique) to improve your productivity?
What non-work activities are you doing that actually make you more productive overall?
Before you started using a schedule, had you felt less organized?
Have short breaks been proving to be more effective than longer breaks for productivity?
Do you think remote working makes employees more productive?
By the end of the year, what major project will you have completed?
If your boss had offered you a productivity bonus, would you have worked harder?
Must people take a certain number of breaks to maintain high productivity?
What is the biggest distraction that prevents you from being productive?
Will you be focusing on your personal or professional productivity in the upcoming quarter?
If a person can't concentrate, what does it mean for their job performance?
Did your teachers ever give you tips on how to manage your time better?
In your culture, is a long workday considered a sign of dedication or a sign of poor efficiency?
What is a cultural approach to time management or deadlines in your home country that might surprise an foreign manager?

What is the most pressing public health issue in your community right now?
What kind of health campaigns did your government run five years ago?
Will public healthcare be affordable for everyone in the next generation?
If your city had unlimited money, what health issue would you invest in solving?
Have you ever volunteered to help with a public health initiative?
What new diseases are scientists monitoring that could become a global issue?
Before the vaccination program began, had the disease spread to many countries?
Have mental health issues been receiving enough attention from public health officials?
By 2040, what major public health problem will the world have successfully eliminated?
If the government had acted sooner, would the public health crisis have been less severe?
Should all citizens be required to have an annual medical check-up?
How does poverty affect the public health of a nation?
Will researchers be focusing more on preventative care than treatment in the coming decade?
If a new epidemic starts, what will the world learn from the past few years?
Did people use to worry about global pandemics decades ago?
How does the level of trust in public health messaging differ between your country's government and other governments?
In your country, are most major public health issues handled by the government, or by community and religious groups?

Do you usually use public transportation? Why or why not?
What types of public transportation are common in your country?
How do you get to work or school each day?
Have you ever taken a train or subway? What was the experience like?
What’s the most unusual form of transportation you’ve seen?
If you had to choose between driving and taking a bus every day, which would you choose?
What problems can happen on public transportation?
Have you ever missed a bus or train? What did you do?
Do you think public transportation is better or worse than it was 10 years ago?
How would your life change if there were no public transportation in your city?
Have you ever visited a country or city without public transportation?
What improvements would you make to the public transportation system in your city?
Is the public transportation in your city electric?
Do you think public transportation is safer in some countries than others? Why?
If your country had unlimited money, how would you design the perfect public transport system?
Have you ever had an interesting conversation with someone while traveling?
In the future, what kinds of public transportation do you think we will use?

What responsibilities do you have in your daily life?
Were you responsible as a child? Why or why not?
What is the most important responsibility a person can have?
Have you ever forgotten an important responsibility? What happened?
What responsibilities do parents have toward their children?
Do you think people today are more or less responsible than in the past?
How do you feel when someone doesn’t take responsibility for their actions?
What would happen if nobody took responsibility for anything?
Have you ever taken responsibility for something you didn’t do?
What responsibilities should the government have toward its citizens?
What responsibilities should businesses have toward their employees?
Do responsibilities change as we get older?
What advice would you give to someone who is afraid of responsibility?
If you had more free time, what responsibilities would you give up?
Have you ever worked on a team where one person didn’t do their part?
How is the idea of responsibility different in other cultures?

How often do you eat at restaurants?
What’s your favorite kind of restaurant and why?
When was the last time you went to a restaurant? What did you eat?
Do you usually leave a tip? Why or why not?
Do people tip the same way in your home country?
What do you think makes a restaurant successful?
Have you ever had a bad experience at a restaurant?
How would you describe good customer service?
What would you do if your food arrived cold or incorrect?
Have you ever worked in a restaurant? What was it like?
What would be the hardest challenge about working in a restaurant?
If you could open your own restaurant, what kind of food would you serve?
How do restaurants in other countries differ from those in your country?
What are some common etiquette rules in restaurants in your culture?
Is it common to get take-out in your country?
Do you think eating out will be more or less popular in the future?
What makes a meal more enjoyable—good food or good company?

What is your favorite season and why?
How does your country change with the seasons?
What do you usually do during the summer?
Have you ever experienced a very harsh winter?
What’s the hottest place you have been to?
What’s the coldest place you have been to?
What are the benefits and drawbacks of each season?
How do people dress differently in each season where you live?
Do you celebrate any holidays that are related to a specific season?
How does the weather affect your mood or energy?
If you could live in a place with only one season, which one would you choose?
Have seasons ever affected your travel plans?
What seasonal foods or drinks do you enjoy?
In what ways are the seasons different in your home country compared to the U.S.?
Do you think climate change is affecting the seasons? How?
Have you ever done seasonal work (like farming or holiday retail)?
How do you think people’s lifestyles would change if there were no seasons?

Do you think it's okay to keep secrets from family or friends?
Have you ever kept a secret for a long time?
What kinds of secrets are okay to keep? Which are not?
Have you ever told someone a secret and regretted it?
What would you do if a friend asked you to keep a secret you felt was wrong?
Do you think everyone has secrets?
If someone told you a secret that could hurt others, would you say something?
What’s the difference between privacy and secrecy?
Have you ever discovered a surprising secret about someone?
How do cultural attitudes toward secrets vary?
What would happen if people couldn’t keep secrets anymore?
Do you think people are more secretive in some cultures than others?
If you could find out one secret about the future, what would it be?
Have you ever kept a secret to protect someone?
How do secrets affect trust in relationships?

Do you usually set goals for yourself?
What is one personal goal you are working on now?
Have you ever set a goal and achieved it? How did it feel?
What kinds of goals did you set when you were younger?
How do you stay motivated when working on a goal?
What’s the difference between a dream and a goal?
Do you write your goals down? Why or why not?
Have you ever set a goal that was too difficult?
If you could achieve one big goal in the next year, what would it be?
Do you prefer short-term goals or long-term ones?
How do people in your country usually approach goal-setting?
What advice would you give someone who always gives up on goals?
How has achieving a goal in the past changed your life?
Do you think people should have personal goals after retirement?
What goal would you set if you knew you couldn’t fail?

Do you enjoy shopping? Why or why not?
Where do you usually shop for clothes?
Have you ever bought something expensive and regretted it?
Do you prefer shopping alone or with someone?
What’s your strategy for finding good deals?
What do you usually spend the most money on each month?
Have your shopping habits changed over time?
Would you rather buy something that was cheap and poor quality or expensive and good quality?
Do you think people shop too much today?
What would you do if you lost your wallet while shopping?
What’s the biggest difference between shopping in other countries and your home country?
How do you feel about online shopping?
Have you ever returned something you bought?
What do you think influences people to buy things they don’t need?
What’s a smart shopper to you?
If you had an unlimited shopping budget, what would you buy first?

How often do you go grocery shopping?
Who usually does the grocery shopping in your house?
Do you prefer supermarkets or local markets? Why?
What foods do you always buy?
Have you ever bought something you didn’t plan to?
What’s your favorite section of the grocery store?
Do you use a shopping list? Why or why not?
How have grocery stores in other countries surprised you?
What are the biggest differences between markets in your country and those you’ve seen around the world?
Have you ever had trouble finding a familiar ingredient in a store in a different country?
What do you think of self-checkout machines?
If you forgot your wallet while shopping, what would you do?
What food prices have changed the most recently?
What kinds of products do you usually buy in bulk?
Have you ever bought groceries online?
Have you ever been overcharged or undercharged at a store?
How do people’s grocery shopping habits differ from culture to culture?

Do you enjoy singing? Why or why not?
When was the last time you sang out loud?
Have you ever sung in front of other people?
What kind of music do you like to sing or listen to?
Did you sing songs as a child? What were they?
Did your school have a choir?
How does singing make you feel?
Have you ever sung karaoke? What was the experience like?
If you could sing like a famous artist, who would it be?
What songs are popular in your country?
How is singing used in celebrations or traditions in your culture?
Do you think singing is important for learning a new language?
What’s the most beautiful song you’ve ever heard someone sing?
If you had to sing a song right now, what would you choose?
Do people sing more in some cultures than in others?
How would you feel if someone asked you to sing in public?

Are you currently single or in a relationship?
What do you think are the advantages of being single?
What are some challenges that single people face?
Have you ever lived alone? What was it like?
At what age do people usually get married in your culture?
Do you think society pressures people to get married?
If you could choose to be single or married for life, what would you choose?
Have your views on single life changed over time?
What do you enjoy doing alone?
How does being single affect your daily routine or lifestyle?
Are there differences between how single life is viewed in your culture vs. in other cultures?
What advice would you give someone who just became single after a long relationship?
Do you think it’s harder to make friends when you’re single or married?
How do family members in your culture react to someone who chooses to stay single?
Do you think single life will become more common in the future? Why or why not?

How many hours do you usually sleep at night?
Do you take naps during the day? Why or why not?
Have you ever had trouble falling asleep? What helped?
What do you usually do to relax after a long day?
What’s your ideal sleeping environment?
Have your sleep habits changed over the years?
Do you think people in your country get enough rest?
What is considered a “healthy” amount of sleep where you live?
If you couldn’t sleep for a week, what would happen to your mood or health?
What kinds of things usually disturb your sleep?
Are you a light or deep sleeper?
Have you ever had a strange dream or nightmare that you remember clearly?
How does your culture view naps or resting during the day?
Do you think technology affects people’s sleep nowadays?
What advice would you give someone who is always tired?
If people didn’t need sleep, how would life be different?

Is smoking common in your country?
What are some reasons people start smoking?
Have you ever tried smoking? Why or why not?
How do people in your culture view smoking in public?
What laws or rules about smoking exist in your country?
Have attitudes toward smoking changed over time in your country?
Do you know anyone who has quit smoking? How did they do it?
What health risks are associated with smoking?
Would you date someone who smokes? Why or why not?
If a close friend or family member wanted to quit, how would you help them?
Are there any traditional or cultural forms of smoking in your country (e.g. hookah, pipe)?
What are the social effects of smoking in your country?
Do you think smoking will become less common in the future?
If smoking were completely banned, how would people react in your country?
What advice would you give a teenager who wants to try smoking?

Are you interested in space and astronomy? Why or why not?
What do you know about the planets in our solar system?
Have you ever seen a shooting star or an eclipse?
Would you like to travel to space someday? Why or why not?
What do people in your country think about space travel?
Do you believe life exists on other planets?
How do you feel when you look at the stars?
What space-related news or discoveries have you heard about recently?
If you had the chance to live on another planet, would you go?
Do you have a favorite planet (other than earth)?
Have there been any important space missions or scientists in your country?
How does your culture view the moon, stars, or the universe in myths or stories?
What would you take with you on a trip to space?
What is your favorite space movie?
Do you think space exploration is worth the money?
If humans build a colony on Mars, what problems might they face?
What do you think the future of space travel will look like?

What sports do you enjoy watching or playing?
What is the most popular sport in your country?
Have you ever played a sport competitively?
Who is a famous athlete in your country?
Do you prefer team sports or individual sports? Why?
What sports did you play as a child?
Have you ever been injured while playing a sport?
If you could be a professional athlete, what sport would you choose?
What is the easiest sport to learn?
What is the hardest sport to learn?
What do you think about esports?
What role do sports play in education in your country?
How do fans in your country celebrate sports victories?
What cultural values are connected to sports in your society?
Do men and women have equal opportunities to play sports in your country?
Have sports changed in your country over the years?
How do sports bring people together in your community?
If you could create a new sport, what would it be like?

How do you define success in your own life?
Can you share a time when you felt successful?
What do people in your culture usually associate with success?
Have you ever failed at something important? What did you learn?
Do you think failure is necessary to grow?
What goals have you accomplished that you’re proud of?
How does your family or culture react to failure?
If you could change one failure into a success, what would it be?
What advice would you give someone who is afraid of failing?
Do people in your culture celebrate success publicly or privately?
How do children learn to deal with success and failure in your country?
Has the meaning of success changed over time for you?
If you fail at something, do you usually try again?
What role does luck play in success?
What would you do if you were guaranteed success in anything?

Do you enjoy superhero stories? Why or why not?
Who is your favorite superhero (real or fictional)?
What is your favorite superhero movie?
Do you read comics?
Did you grow up watching or reading about superheroes?
If you could have any superpower, what would it be and why?
Do you think superheroes always need to be strong and brave?
Have any local or national heroes been viewed as “superheroes” in your country?
What kinds of problems do superheroes usually solve in stories?
Have you ever wanted to be a hero for someone? What did you do?
If you had a superpower, how would you use it in your daily life?
Are there any traditional legends or folk stories in your country with heroes who had powers?
How do superheroes reflect the values of a culture?
Do you think children should believe in superheroes?
What makes someone a real-life hero in your opinion?
Have superhero movies or shows become popular in your country? Why?
If a superhero lived in your city, what problems would they have to solve?

How has technology changed your daily life?
What is the most important piece of technology that has been invented in your lifetime?
What kind of technology do you use most often?
Have you ever had trouble learning how to use new technology?
What’s the most useful piece of technology you own?
How did people do everyday tasks before smartphones and computers?
Do older generations in your country use technology differently?
If you lost access to all technology for a day, what would you do?
Are you addicted to technology?
What new technology do you think will appear in the next 10 years?
How does your culture view the role of technology in life?
Have you ever taught someone how to use a device or app?
What are the dangers of becoming too dependent on technology?
If you could invent one useful device, what would it be?
Do students in your country use technology in education?
How has technology affected relationships and communication?
In the future, what everyday task do you think will be completely automated?

How often do you watch television or streaming shows?
What types of programs do you enjoy watching the most?
Do you prefer watching shows alone or with others? Why?
What’s a show you watched recently? Would you recommend it?
How do people in your country usually watch TV—live, recorded, or online?
What are the most popular TV shows or genres in your country?
How has television changed since you were a child?
What were your favorite shows when you were a child?
If you could star in a TV show, what kind would it be?
Do you think television reflects real life?
How does television influence people’s opinions or behaviors in your culture?
What role does television play in your country’s culture?
Have you ever learned something important from a TV program?
Are reality shows popular in your country? What do people think of them?
Do you think TV is more educational or more entertaining?
Do you think children should be able to watch TV?
How would your daily routine change if you didn’t have access to TV?

Which of your five senses do you value the most? Why?
What is your favorite smell, and what memory is connected to it?
How does your sense of taste influence what you eat?
Have you ever lost one of your senses, even temporarily?
What sounds help you relax or focus?
If you could enhance one of your senses, which would you choose?
How do people in your culture use touch to show emotions (like hugs or handshakes)?
What are some traditional foods in your culture that involve strong smells or flavors?
Have you ever experienced sensory overload? What caused it?
How does music affect your sense of hearing and mood?
What textures do you enjoy touching, and which do you avoid?
If you lost your sense of taste, how would your eating habits change?
What sensory experience reminds you of childhood?
Do any holidays or events in your culture involve strong sensory experiences?
How do our senses help us connect with the world around us?

How often do you use the internet each day?
What do you mostly use the internet for?
When did you first use the internet? What was it like?
Do people in your country have easy access to the internet?
How has the internet changed education in your area?
Have you ever had a bad experience online?
What are the main benefits and risks of using the internet?
If you had to go one week without internet, what would you miss most?
What kinds of websites or platforms are most popular in your country?
How does your culture view the use of social media?
Do you trust everything you read online? Why or why not?
How do people in your country protect their privacy online?
Have you ever learned a new skill or subject using the internet?
What do you think the internet will be like in 20 years?
If the internet suddenly disappeared, how would your life be different?

What is one of your favorite memories from your childhood?
How has your hometown changed since you were young?
Have you ever reconnected with an old friend? What happened?
What did you enjoy doing in the past that you don’t do now?
How were things different for your parents or grandparents?
If you could relive one day from your past, which would it be and why?
What’s something you wish you had done differently in the past?
How do people in your culture remember and honor the past?
What is a historical event that has shaped your country?
Do you enjoy learning about history?
Have you ever visited a place that felt full of history?
How do you feel when you look at old photos?
If you met your younger self, what advice would you give?
Do you think people learn enough from the past?
What past fashion or trend would you like to bring back?
How has your personality or outlook changed since your teenage years?

Do you believe in ghosts or spirits? Why or why not?
Are there any supernatural legends or stories in your culture?
Have you ever experienced something you couldn’t explain?
What are common beliefs about the supernatural in your country?
How do people in your culture react to ghost stories or horror films?
Have you ever visited a place said to be haunted?
Have you ever seen a supernatural themed movie?
If you could have a supernatural ability, what would it be?
What role do dreams play in supernatural beliefs in your country?
Are supernatural topics considered serious or just entertainment in your culture?
How do children in your country learn about scary or mystical stories?
Have supernatural beliefs changed over time where you live?
Would you spend the night in a haunted house if someone dared you?
Do you think supernatural stories teach lessons or morals?
What’s a supernatural myth from your country that people still talk about?
How do supernatural themes appear in books, movies, or TV in your culture?

Is tourism an important part of your country’s economy?
What are the most popular places for tourists to visit in your country?
Have you ever traveled as a tourist in your own country?
Have you seen all the tourist attractions in your city?
What are some positive and negative effects of tourism?
How do local people usually treat tourists where you live?
What advice would you give to someone visiting your country for the first time?
If you could be a tour guide, what places would you show?
Have you ever visited a tourist place that disappointed you?
How has tourism changed in your country over the last 20 years?
What are some cultural misunderstandings that tourists might have in your country?
What kind of behavior do you expect from tourists in your culture?
If you could create a new tourist destination, what would it offer?
What types of tourism (eco, medical, cultural, adventure) are growing in your region?
Do you think tourism will increase or decrease in the future?
How do you think social media affects tourism?

Do you enjoy traveling? Why or why not?
What’s the best trip you’ve ever taken?
Have you ever traveled alone? What was that like?
What kinds of places do you enjoy visiting—cities, nature, historical sites?
What’s your dream destination?
What travel documents are needed in your country?
What are common challenges travelers face in your country?
How do people in your culture usually prepare for a trip?
If you had one month off, where would you go?
What is the perfect amount of time to take to travel?
Have you ever had a travel problem like a missed flight or lost luggage?
How is domestic travel different from international travel?
What is one place you would never want to visit? Why?
How do people in your country usually travel (train, car, bus, etc.)?
How do holidays and school breaks affect travel habits in your country?
What advice would you give someone who is afraid of traveling?

What are some traditional dishes from your country?
What ingredients are commonly used in your local cuisine?
Do you enjoy cooking your country’s food? Why or why not?
What’s your favorite dish from your culture, and when do people usually eat it?
How is food connected to family or social gatherings in your culture?
Have you ever cooked a traditional meal for someone from another country?
What kinds of foods are eaten during holidays or celebrations in your country?
How do meals differ in different regions of your country?
Have food habits in your country changed over time?
What’s a local dish that foreigners might find unusual?
If you could invite a visitor to try only one dish from your culture, what would it be?
How does food reflect your culture's values or history?
Do you think younger generations are interested in traditional foods?
What are some food taboos or rules in your culture?
Have you ever tried to cook a dish from another country? How did it go?

How often do you use your smartphone during the day?
What do you usually use your phone for—calls, apps, internet?
Have you ever lost or broken your phone? What happened?
What are the most popular apps in your country?
Do you think people in your country use phones too much?
How has smartphone use changed over the last 10 years in your area?
Did you have a phone before that was not a smartphone?
If you had to spend a week without your phone, how would you manage?
What’s the most useful function of a smartphone for you?
How do different generations in your country use smartphones differently?
Are there rules about phone use in schools or workplaces where you live?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of constant smartphone access?
Have you ever made a close friend or connection through a phone app?
What safety or privacy concerns do people have about smartphones in your culture?
If you designed a new smartphone app, what would it do?
How do smartphones affect communication in your culture?

What is the weather usually like in your country?
Which season do you enjoy most, and why?
Have you ever traveled to a place with very different weather?
How does weather affect your mood or energy?
What kind of clothes do people wear in different seasons in your region?
Do certain seasons affect holidays or traditions in your country?
What is the most extreme weather you have experienced?
How does your country prepare for natural weather events (like storms, floods)?
If you could live in any climate, what would it be like?
What are the differences between the rainy and dry seasons where you live?
How do people in your country cope with hot or cold weather?
Do people in your culture talk about the weather often?
Have climate patterns in your region changed in recent years?
What’s your favorite thing to do during each season?
How do seasons affect farming or food availability in your country?

What do you usually do on the weekend?
Do people in your country work on weekends?
What’s your idea of a perfect weekend?
How do you prepare for the weekend?
Have you ever had a weekend that didn’t go as planned?
Do you prefer relaxing or staying active during the weekend?
What kinds of activities are popular in your country on weekends?
How do weekends differ for students, workers, and retirees?
If you had a three-day weekend every week, what would you do with the extra day?
What do families usually do together on weekends in your culture?
How have your weekend habits changed over time?
Are there any cultural or religious events that usually happen on weekends in your country?
What do you like to eat or cook during the weekend?
Have you ever taken a spontaneous weekend trip?
How would your week feel without weekends?

If you had three wishes, what would you wish for?
What’s one wish you had as a child?
Have you ever made a wish that came true?
What do people in your culture usually wish for on birthdays or holidays?
If you could wish for a skill or talent, what would it be?
Have you ever wished for something and later changed your mind?
Do you believe in wishing on stars, coins, or candles?
What’s a wish you have for someone you care about?
How do wishes differ from goals or dreams?
If you could wish to change something about your country, what would it be?
What are common wishes people have in your culture?
Do people in your culture talk openly about their wishes or keep them private?
Have your wishes changed as you’ve gotten older?
If you could grant one wish for your community, what would it be?
Do you think wishing helps people stay hopeful?

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