Paul Holmes -
University
English Professor

Free Materials For ESL Teachers and Learners

“Formula One” ESL Discussion Questions

1. Would you like to be a Formula One driver? Why or why not?
2. Have you ever been to a Formula One race? Where was it, and what was your favorite part?
3. How fast do they travel?
4. Who is Lewis Hamilton?
5. How many countries are there in Formula One racing?
6. How many cars can there be on a single track at once?
7. Do you think Formula One cars will be electric one day?
8. Who is the current champion of Formula One?
9. Who is the youngest person to win a Formula One championship?
10. If you were given a choice between watching Formula 1 or NASCAR, which would you choose and why?
11. Do you think it’s better to watch Formula One on TV or in person? Why?
12. Who is the fastest driver in the world?
13. How many teams are in Formula One?
14. What do you need to be a Formula One driver?
15. What is the difference between a Formula One racecar and a street car?
16. What is the most exciting part of Formula One racing?
17. Who won this year’s championship?
18. Do all Formula One drivers have to wear helmets?
19. What are the different types of racing tracks?
20. What is a pit stop, and why does it take so long for cars to make them?
21. What is Formula One?
22. How many cars are there in a Formula One race?
23. How long is a lap in Formula One racing?
24. Do you follow Formula One?
25. What are the rules of Formula One?
26. What is DRS?
27. Do you think it’s possible to have a female driver win the championship? Why or why not?