Paul Holmes -
University
English Professor

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“Cryptocurrency” ESL Discussion Questions

I. Introduction to Cryptocurrency
1. What is cryptocurrency?
2. How does cryptocurrency differ from traditional money?
3. What are some of the most popular cryptocurrencies?
4. How do you acquire and store cryptocurrency?
5. What are the basic concepts behind blockchain technology?

II. Using Cryptocurrency
6. How can you use cryptocurrency in everyday life?
7. What can you buy with cryptocurrency?
8. How do you make transactions using cryptocurrency?
9. What are the risks of using cryptocurrency?
10. How do cryptocurrencies maintain privacy and security?

III. Investment in Cryptocurrency
11. Why do people invest in cryptocurrency?
12. How volatile is the cryptocurrency market?
13. What should you consider before investing in cryptocurrency?
14. How do you track the value of cryptocurrency?
15. Can cryptocurrency be a safe investment?

IV. The Global Impact of Cryptocurrency
16. How is cryptocurrency changing the global financial system?
17. What impact does cryptocurrency have on the economy?
18. How do different countries regulate cryptocurrency?
19. Can cryptocurrency promote financial inclusion?
20. What are the environmental impacts of cryptocurrency mining?

V. Cryptocurrency and Technology
21. How does technology influence the development of cryptocurrency?
22. What is the future of technology in cryptocurrency?
23. How secure is the technology behind cryptocurrency?
24. What technological challenges does cryptocurrency face?
25. How do advancements in technology affect cryptocurrency values?

VI. Legal and Ethical Aspects
26. What are the legal aspects of using or owning cryptocurrency?
27. How do governments around the world view cryptocurrency?
28. What ethical concerns arise with the use of cryptocurrency?
29. How is cryptocurrency related to illegal activities?
30. What are the challenges in regulating cryptocurrency?

VII. Understanding Market Trends
31. How do market trends affect the value of cryptocurrency?
32. What influences the rise and fall of cryptocurrency prices?
33. How important is market speculation in cryptocurrency?
34. Can traditional stock market strategies apply to cryptocurrency trading?
35. How do you stay informed about cryptocurrency market trends?

VIII. Cryptocurrency and Society
36. How does cryptocurrency affect society?
37. What are the social benefits of cryptocurrency?
38. How could cryptocurrency change future transactions?
39. What role does cryptocurrency play in the digital era?
40. How can cryptocurrency lead to social change?

IX. Risks and Challenges
41. What are the major risks associated with cryptocurrency?
42. How can individuals protect themselves from cryptocurrency fraud?
43. What are the biggest challenges facing the cryptocurrency market?
44. How do you assess the risk of a cryptocurrency investment?
45. What are the challenges in recovering lost or stolen cryptocurrency?

X. Personal Experiences with Cryptocurrency
46. Have you ever used or invested in cryptocurrency? What was your experience?
47. What attracted you to cryptocurrency?
48. What lessons have you learned from using or investing in cryptocurrency?
49. How has your perception of cryptocurrency changed over time?
50. What advice would you give to someone new to cryptocurrency?

XI. Future of Cryptocurrency
51. What do you think the future holds for cryptocurrency?
52. How might cryptocurrencies evolve in the coming years?
53. Will cryptocurrency become a mainstream form of currency?
54. How might future technologies impact cryptocurrency?
55. What are the potential future applications of cryptocurrency?

XII. Cryptocurrency and Education
56. How important is it to educate people about cryptocurrency?
57. What are the best resources for learning about cryptocurrency?
58. Should cryptocurrency be taught in schools?
59. How can one stay updated with the rapidly changing information on cryptocurrency?
60. What are the key concepts one should understand before delving into cryptocurrency?