Paul Holmes -
University
English Professor

Free Materials For ESL Teachers and Learners

“Algebra” ESL Discussion Questions

1. How do you add decimals together?
2. Why are equations important in algebra?
3. What are the units of measurement for perimeter?
4. How do you find the greatest common factor of two numbers?
5. What is a variable?
6. Can you add negative numbers together?
7. Why do we use letters such as x or y when solving equations?
8. Is it possible to divide a number by zero?
9. How can you check your answers for an equation problem?
10. What is the difference between an integer and a rational number?
11. What is the difference between a linear equation and a quadratic equation?
12. What is the difference between addition and subtraction?
13. What are the units of measurement for area?
14. How does algebra relate to other subjects I’ve learned about?
15. Can you subtract negative numbers from each other?
16. What are the different types of equations?
17. What is the greatest common factor of 12 and 18?
18. What are the prime numbers between 2 and 10?
19. Are all numbers prime numbers?
20. How do I use algebra in my everyday life?
21. What do we mean when we say there exists an infinite number of solutions to a problem?
22. What is algebra?
23. How do you divide decimals?
24. How do you subtract decimals from each other?
25. What does the term “equation” mean?
26. How do you multiply decimals?