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“COVID-19” ESL Discussion Questions

I. COVID-19 Symptoms and Effects

1. What are the symptoms of COVID-19?
2. Are animals affected by COVID-19?
3. Does COVID-19 affect people differently depending on their age or health?
4. Is it possible to be infected with two strains of COVID-19 at the same time?
5. Can you get COVID-19 from touching money that someone with it has touched?

II. Prevention and Safety Measures

6. Should we wear masks in public places?
7. What do you think is one benefit of COVID-19?
8. Will I still be able to go to work if I have COVID-19?
9. What is COVID-19?
10. Should I keep my distance from anyone who’s been infected with COVID-19?

III. Transmission and Infection

11. How is COVID-19 spread?
12. If someone has been infected by COVID-19, how long does it take for them to show symptoms?
13. How long does it take for COVID-19 to incubate in the human body?
14. Should I stay at home if I have COVID-19?
15. How is COVID-19 treated?

IV. Risks and Concerns

16. Why is the COVID-19 virus so dangerous to humans?
17. Does COVID-19 have any cure?
18. Are you afraid of getting COVID-19?
19. If a person has been exposed to COVID-19, what symptoms will they show?
20. Can you get infected if you touch an object that has been contaminated with COVID-19?

V. Public Health and Statistics

21. Is COVID-19 a dangerous virus?
22. How many people have died from COVID-19?
23. What are some of the challenges we face as a result of COVID-19?
24. Can you get COVID-19 from touching a person who has it?
25. Do you think there will be more pandemics in the future?

VI. Prevention Strategies

26. What is the best way to prevent yourself from getting COVID-19?
27. Do you know what COVID-19 is?
28. Who is most at risk of getting COVID-19?
29. Can COVID-19 be transmitted through air?
30. How do you know if you have COVID-19?

VII. Isolation and Recovery

31. Is it safe to go outside if I have COVID-19?
32. Why do you think the virus is called “COVID-19”?
33. Should I get vaccinated against COVID-19?
34. Is it true that COVID-19 is a form of the flu?
35. Can I get COVID-19 from someone who has it but doesn’t know they do?

VIII. Medical Guidance

36. What do doctors recommend doing if you have been exposed to COVID-19?
37. How long does it take for someone to get better from COVID-19?
38. What should I do if I feel sick?
39. Should I contact a doctor if I have symptoms?
40. What is the role of healthcare workers during the pandemic?

IX. Community Impact

41. How has COVID-19 affected your community?
42. What changes have you noticed during the pandemic?
43. How can we help each other during this time?
44. What is the importance of community support during COVID-19?
45. How do you feel about online learning during the pandemic?

X. Future Perspectives

46. What do you think will happen after the pandemic?
47. How can we prepare for future pandemics?
48. What lessons have we learned from COVID-19?
49. How has your view on health changed because of COVID-19?
50. What do you hope to see in the future regarding health and safety?

XI. Personal Experiences

51. How did you feel when the pandemic started?
52. What was your biggest challenge during the pandemic?
53. Did you learn any new skills during the pandemic?
54. How did you stay connected with friends and family?
55. What was a positive experience you had during the pandemic?

XII. Coping Mechanisms

56. How do you cope with stress during the pandemic?
57. What activities help you relax at home?
58. How do you stay healthy during the pandemic?
59. What do you do to stay positive during difficult times?
60. How has your routine changed because of COVID-19?
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