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“Halloween” ESL Discussion Questions

I. Basic Concepts of Halloween

1. What do you like most about Halloween?
2. How do you celebrate Halloween in your country?
3. What is your favorite Halloween costume?
4. Do you believe in ghosts or spirits?
5. What is your favorite Halloween candy?

II. Halloween Traditions

6. What do you think is the most popular Halloween tradition?
7. How do children in your area celebrate Halloween?
8. Do you like to carve pumpkins? Why or why not?
9. What is your favorite Halloween memory?
10. Do you think Halloween is more for kids or adults?

III. Halloween Decorations

11. How do you decorate your home for Halloween?
12. What is your favorite Halloween decoration?
13. Do you think Halloween decorations are scary or fun?
14. Have you ever visited a haunted house?
15. What do you think makes a good Halloween decoration?

IV. Halloween Activities

16. What activities do you enjoy doing on Halloween?
17. Do you like watching scary movies on Halloween?
18. Have you ever gone to a Halloween party?
19. What games do you play during Halloween?
20. Do you enjoy telling scary stories on Halloween?

V. Halloween Food

21. What is your favorite Halloween treat?
22. Do you like to bake Halloween-themed food?
23. What foods do you think are popular on Halloween?
24. Have you ever made Halloween-themed snacks?
25. What drinks do you enjoy on Halloween?

VI. Halloween Superstitions

26. Do you believe in any Halloween superstitions?
27. What are some common Halloween superstitions?
28. How do superstitions affect Halloween celebrations?
29. Have you ever done something special to avoid bad luck on Halloween?
30. What do you think about Halloween superstitions?

VII. Halloween Around the World

31. How is Halloween celebrated in other countries?
32. What unique Halloween traditions do you know?
33. Do you think Halloween is popular in your country?
34. Have you ever experienced Halloween in another country?
35. What do you think about Halloween becoming a global holiday?

VIII. Halloween and Movies

36. What is your favorite Halloween movie?
37. Do you like scary movies? Why or why not?
38. What makes a good Halloween movie?
39. Have you ever watched a Halloween movie with friends?
40. What Halloween movie do you think is the scariest?

IX. Halloween and Costumes

41. What costume do you want to wear this Halloween?
42. Do you prefer scary or funny costumes?
43. Have you ever made your own Halloween costume?
44. What is the most creative costume you have seen?
45. Do you think Halloween costumes should be scary or fun?

X. Halloween and Music

46. What Halloween songs do you like?
47. Do you think music is important for Halloween parties?
48. Have you ever danced at a Halloween party?
49. What song do you think is perfect for Halloween?
50. Do you have a favorite Halloween playlist?

XI. Halloween and Fears

51. What is your biggest fear about Halloween?
52. Do you think Halloween makes people more scared?
53. How do you feel about haunted houses?
54. What do you think is the scariest part of Halloween?
55. How do you deal with fear on Halloween?

XII. Personal Halloween Experiences

56. What is your most memorable Halloween experience?
57. Have you ever had a scary experience on Halloween?
58. What was the best Halloween gift you received?
59. How has your Halloween experience changed over the years?
60. What do you hope to do for Halloween in the future?
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