Paul Holmes -
University
English Professor

Free Materials For ESL Teachers and Learners

“Breaking up” ESL Discussion Questions

1. What are some signs that it’s time to end a relationship?
2. Why do people get back together after breaking up?
3. What are some reasons why people break up with their partners?
4. How do you get over a breakup?
5. How do you know if your relationship is over?
6. Why is it so hard to get over a breakup?
7. What would be your reaction if someone broke up with you?
8. Do you think breaking up is ever a good idea?
9. What is the hardest part of breaking up?
10. How do you know when it’s time to break up with someone?
11. How do you feel about breaking up with someone?
12. What are the worst parts of a relationship?
13. Do you think there’s a right way to break up with someone?
14. How do you deal with a breakup?
15. When did you last break up with someone?
16. How can people avoid breaking up?
17. What should you say when breaking up with someone?
18. What are the best parts of a relationship?
19. Do you think that breaking up is easy or hard for most people in general?
20. When should I start thinking about breaking up with my boyfriend/girlfriend?
21. What are the advantages of breaking up?
22. Have you ever been hurt by someone in a relationship before?
23. If someone breaks up with me, how long should I wait before going after them again (if at all)?
24. What are the steps to break up with someone?
25. Are there any situations where it’s ok to break up with someone?
26. What happens after you break up with your partner?
27. What’s the best way to break up with someone?
28. What are the disadvantages of breaking up?