Paul Holmes -
University
English Professor

Free Materials For ESL Teachers and Learners

“Magic” ESL Discussion Questions

1. Why is magic so popular?
2. What makes a good magician?
3. How do you become a magician?
4. Do you have to be born with the power of magic? Or can anyone learn it?
5. Is it easier to be a magician if you have special powers like telepathy or clairvoyance?
6. What are the most common tricks that magicians use to fool their audiences?
7. What are some of the most famous magicians in history?
8. Who was Harry Houdini, and why is he famous as a magician?
9. What’s the difference between an illusionist and a magician?
10. What’s the difference between an escapologist and a magician?
11. What do you like about magic?
12. What don’t you like about magic?
13. What is your favorite kind of magic trick?
14. Do you think the world would be a better place if everyone could do magic?
15. Which is more impressive: to bend spoons with your mind or make someone disappear in front of their friends?
16. What other kinds of things can magicians do besides magic tricks?
17. Which one is better: magic or science?
18. How many tricks do you think you know?
19. Do you believe in magic?
20. What is the best magic trick you have ever seen?
21. Do you think it’s possible to use magic to change things?
22. What would you like to change with magic?
23. Do you think there are real witches and wizards living in our world today?
24. What is magic?
25. What is the difference between magic and science?
26. What are some examples of magic in your life?
27. Can you make a magic potion?
28. When is the best time to practice magic?
29. Can you make a magic wand?
30. What do you think of witches and wizards?
31. Would you like to be a magician?
32. Do you believe that there are fairies in this world?
33. Do you believe that there is a world beyond this one where spirits exist?
34. Where do you think the power of magic comes from?
35. What would happen if we stopped believing in magic altogether?
36. Why do we still believe in magic even though we know it does not exist?
37. Do you believe in magic? Why or why not?
38. Can you define magic?
39. Is magic real?
40. Where does magic come from?
41. How does magic work?
42. What does it mean to be a magician?