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“Space” ESL Discussion Questions

I. Basic Concepts of Space

1. What is space to you?
2. Why do you think space is important?
3. What do you think is the biggest mystery in space?
4. How do you feel when you look at the night sky?
5. What do you think is beyond our universe?

II. Planets and Celestial Bodies

6. What is your favorite planet and why?
7. Do you think there are other planets with life?
8. How do you think planets are formed?
9. What do you know about black holes?
10. How do comets differ from asteroids?

III. Space Exploration

11. What do you think about sending humans to Mars?
12. How has space exploration changed our lives?
13. What is your opinion on space tourism?
14. Do you think we will ever live on another planet?
15. What do you think is the most important space mission?

IV. The Universe and Its Mysteries

16. What do you think is the biggest mystery of the universe?
17. How do you think the universe was created?
18. What do you think happens when we die? Is there a universe after this one?
19. Do you believe in parallel universes?
20. How do you think scientists study the universe?

V. Space and Technology

21. How has technology helped us explore space?
22. What do you think is the most important invention for space travel?
23. How do you think robots are used in space exploration?
24. What future technology do you hope to see in space exploration?
25. How do you think space technology can help us on Earth?

VI. Life in Space

26. What do you think life in space would be like?
27. How do you think astronauts feel in space?
28. What challenges do you think astronauts face in space?
29. Would you like to be an astronaut? Why or why not?
30. How do you think we can support life on other planets?

VII. The Future of Space Exploration

31. What do you think will be the next big discovery in space?
32. How do you think space exploration will change in the next 50 years?
33. Do you think we will find alien life in the future?
34. What role do you think private companies will play in space exploration?
35. How can we inspire the next generation to explore space?

VIII. Space and Society

36. How does space exploration affect our daily lives?
37. Do you think space exploration is worth the cost?
38. How can we make space exploration more inclusive?
39. What do you think about international cooperation in space exploration?
40. How can we educate people about space and its importance?

IX. Space Myths and Facts

41. What is a common myth about space that you know?
42. How do you think myths about space start?
43. What is a surprising fact about space that you have learned?
44. How do you think facts about space can change our understanding of the universe?
45. Why is it important to separate space myths from facts?

X. Personal Experiences with Space

46. Have you ever seen a shooting star? What did you feel?
47. What is your favorite memory related to space or the night sky?
48. Do you have any books or movies about space that you love?
49. How has your interest in space changed over time?
50. Would you like to visit a planetarium? Why?

XI. Space and Art

51. How do you think space inspires artists?
52. Can you name a famous artwork that is inspired by space?
53. How do you think music can be inspired by space?
54. What do you think about space-themed movies?
55. How can we use art to educate people about space?

XII. Space and Philosophy

56. What do you think is our purpose in the universe?
57. How do you think space affects our understanding of life?
58. What questions about space do you think are most important to ask?
59. How do you think our view of space shapes our beliefs?
60. What do you think is the most profound thought about space?
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