Paul Holmes -
University
English Professor

Free Materials For ESL Teachers and Learners

“DR Congo” ESL Discussion Questions

1. Would you like to visit DR Congo? Why or why not?
2. What animals live there?
3. What is the literacy rate there, and how does that compare to other African countries?
4. What is the climate like in DR Congo, and what seasons are there?
5. What do you think are the best things about DR Congo?
6. How much does an average person make a year, (give an estimate)?
7. Where does most of its mineral wealth come from?
8. What is the current political situation?
9. Can you name any famous novels about the DR Congo?
10. How long has DR Congo been independent from Belgium?
11. What are the major rivers in DR Congo?
12. What are some things that make you happy about your own country?
13. What are some things that make you sad about your own country?
14. How many African countries border DR Congo?
15. What is the most popular sport in DR Congo?
16. What languages do they speak in DR Congo?
17. What are some of the problems in the country?
18. What do you know about the history of DR Congo?
19. Are there any major cities in DR Congo that you can name?
20. What percentage of people in DR Congo live on less than $2 a day?
21. Where is DR Congo?
22. Where does most of the world’s coltan come from?
23. What is the currency called?
24. What are some famous foods in DR Congo?
25. What is the capital city of DR Congo?
26. What is the name of their official language?
27. How many people live in the Democratic Republic of Congo?
28. Why is it important to learn about other countries and cultures?
29. What foods do people eat in DR Congo?
30. Have you met anyone from the country?
31. What is the average life expectancy in DR Congo?
32. What religion is most prevalent in DR Congo?
33. Which countries border DR Congo?
34. Who is the president of DR Congo right now?
35. What is the official language of DR Congo?
36. What kind of government does DR Congo have?
37. What percentage of people in DR Congo have access to electricity?