Paul Holmes -
University
English Professor

Free Materials For ESL Teachers and Learners

“Change” ESL Discussion Questions

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I. Personal Change
1. What was a significant change in your life?
2. How did you adapt to a new school?
3. What skill do you want to learn?
4. What new hobby would you like to try?
5. How do you feel when you make a mistake?
6. How do you handle stressful situations?
7. What helps you stay motivated during change?

II. Social Change
8. How has technology changed the way we communicate?
9. What are the positive effects of social media?
10. What are the negative effects of social media?
11. How do you think education will change in the future?
12. What changes can make cities more environmentally friendly?
13. How do you think work will change in the future?
14. What is a social issue that needs change?

III. Cultural Change
15. How has your country’s culture changed over time?
16. What are some traditions that have changed in your country?
17. How do different generations view change differently?
18. What is a cultural change you would like to see?
19. How do movies and music influence cultural change?
20. How do travel and tourism impact cultural change?
21. How do language changes affect culture?

IV. Environmental Change
22. What are the effects of climate change?
23. How can individuals help combat climate change?
24. How can governments address climate change?
25. What are the benefits of renewable energy?
26. How do natural disasters affect the environment?
27. How can we protect endangered species?
28. What is your opinion on deforestation?

V. Technological Change
29. What is your favorite technological invention?
30. How has technology improved your life?
31. What are the disadvantages of technology?
32. How do you think transportation will change in the future?
33. What future technological advancements excite you?
34. How does technology change the job market?
35. What ethical concerns arise from new technologies?

VI. Political Change
36. What political changes have occurred in your country?
37. How do elections impact political change?
38. What is the role of protests in political change?
39. How can citizens influence political change?
40. What is an example of a positive political change?
41. What is an example of a negative political change?
42. How do global events influence political change?

VII. Economic Change
43. How does economic change affect people’s lives?
44. What are some causes of economic change?
45. How do businesses adapt to economic change?
46. What role do governments play in economic changes?
47. How does globalization impact economic change?
48. How do trade agreements affect economic change?
49. What can individuals do to prepare for economic changes?

VIII. Health and Lifestyle Changes
50. How can changing your diet improve your health?
51. What are the benefits of regular exercise?
52. What changes can help you sleep better?
53. How do you maintain a work-life balance?
54. How does stress affect your health?
55. What are some ways to manage stress?
56. How can you maintain a healthy social life?

IX. Emotional Change
57. How do you cope with difficult emotions?
58. How can you build emotional resilience?
59. How can positive thinking help during change?
60. How do you support friends during tough times?