Paul Holmes -
University
English Professor

Free Materials For ESL Teachers and Learners

“Free Time and Hobbies” ESL Discussion Questions

I. General Free Time and Hobbies
1. What hobbies do you enjoy in your free time?
2. How did you start your favorite hobby?
3. What hobbies are popular in your country?

II. Outdoor Hobbies
4. What outdoor activities do you like?
5. How often do you go for a walk or hike?
6. Do you enjoy gardening or farming?

III. Indoor Hobbies
7. What indoor hobbies do you enjoy?
8. Do you like reading or writing?
9. How do you spend rainy days indoors?

IV. Creative Hobbies
10. Do you have any artistic hobbies?
11. What type of music do you like to listen to?
12. Have you ever tried painting or drawing?

V. Sports and Exercise
13. What sports do you like to play or watch?
14. How often do you exercise?
15. What is your favorite way to stay active?

VI. Social Hobbies
16. Do you like to spend time with friends?
17. What activities do you enjoy in a group?
18. Do you prefer large or small gatherings?

VII. Travel and Exploration
19. What places have you visited?
20. What is your dream travel destination?
21. How do you choose a place to visit?

VIII. Cooking and Baking
22. Do you enjoy cooking or baking?
23. What is your favorite dish to prepare?
24. Have you ever taken a cooking class?

IX. Technology and Hobbies
25. Do you play video games?
26. What are your favorite websites or apps?
27. Have you ever tried learning a programming language?

X. Learning and Personal Growth
28. What new skills do you want to learn?
29. How do you keep learning in your free time?
30. What languages are you interested in learning?

XI. Movies, TV, and Entertainment
31. What are your favorite movies or TV shows?
32. Do you enjoy going to the cinema?
33. What type of movies or shows do you prefer?

XII. Pets and Animals
34. Do you have any pets?
35. What is your favorite type of animal?
36. Have you ever volunteered at an animal shelter?

XIII. Collecting Hobbies
37. Do you collect anything?
38. What got you started with your collection?
39. What is the most valuable item in your collection?

XIV. Volunteering and Community Service
40. Have you ever volunteered in your community?
41. What causes are important to you?
42. How can people make a difference in their community?

XV. Cultural and Heritage Hobbies
43. What traditional activities do you enjoy?
44. How do you celebrate your cultural heritage?
45. Have you ever been to a cultural festival?

XVI. Reading and Literature
46. What books or authors do you enjoy?
47. Do you prefer fiction or non-fiction?
48. What is your favorite book genre?

XVII. Performing Arts
49. Do you enjoy theater, dance, or concerts?
50. Have you ever participated in a performance?
51. What is your favorite type of performance to watch?

XVIII. Crafting and DIY
52. Do you enjoy making things by hand?
53. What craft or DIY project are you proud of?
54. Have you ever taken a crafting class?

XIX. Photography and Visual Arts
55. Do you enjoy taking photos or videos?
56. What subjects do you like to capture?
57. Have you ever participated in a photography contest?

XX. Environment and Nature
58. How do you connect with nature?
59. Do you enjoy activities that help the environment?
60. What outdoor locations do you find most relaxing?