Paul Holmes -
University
English Professor

Free Materials For ESL Teachers and Learners

“Everyday Life” ESL Discussion Questions

I. Family and Friends
1. How many siblings do you have?
2. What do you like to do with your friends?
3. How did you meet your best friend?
4. What is your favorite family tradition?
5. How often do you see your extended family?

II. Hobbies and Interests
6. What are your favorite hobbies?
7. What new hobbies would you like to try?
8. What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
9. What is your favorite sport to play or watch?
10. Do you have a favorite book or movie?

III. Food and Cooking
11. What is your favorite type of cuisine?
12. Do you enjoy cooking or baking more?
13. What is a typical meal from your culture?
14. What is your favorite dessert?
15. What is your favorite dish to cook?

IV. Travel and Culture
16. What countries have you visited?
17. Which country would you like to visit next?
18. What is a popular tourist attraction in your country?
19. What is your favorite travel memory?
20. What cultural festivals have you attended?

V. Work and School
21. What is your job or what are you studying?
22. What is your favorite subject in school?
23. What was your first job?
24. What do you like most about your job or studies?
25. What are your career aspirations?

VI. Technology and Media
26. What type of smartphone do you have?
27. What is your favorite social media platform?
28. Do you prefer watching movies or TV series?
29. What type of music do you enjoy?
30. What is your favorite podcast or YouTube channel?

VII. Daily Routine
31. What is your morning routine?
32. What time do you usually go to bed?
33. How do you usually spend your weekends?
34. Do you have any evening rituals?
35. How do you relax after a long day?

VIII. Holidays and Celebrations
36. What is your favorite holiday?
37. How do you celebrate your birthday?
38. What is a unique holiday in your country?
39. What are your New Year’s resolutions?
40. Do you have any holiday traditions?

IX. Personal Growth and Self-Improvement
41. What is a skill you would like to learn?
42. What qualities do you admire in others?
43. What do you think is your best quality?
44. How do you stay motivated?
45. What would you like to improve about yourself?

X. Environment and Nature
46. What is your favorite season?
47. Do you prefer the city or the countryside?
48. What is your favorite outdoor activity?
49. What is your favorite type of weather?
50. What is a natural wonder you would like to see?

XI. Fashion and Style
51. What is your favorite clothing item?
52. How would you describe your fashion style?
53. What is your favorite accessory?
54. What are your favorite colors to wear?
55. Do you follow fashion trends?

XII. Health and Fitness
56. What do you do to stay healthy?
57. Do you prefer working out at home or at the gym?
58. What is your favorite type of exercise?
59. How do you maintain a healthy diet?
60. What is your favorite way to relieve stress?