Paul Holmes -
University
English Professor

Free Materials For ESL Teachers and Learners

“Super Mario” ESL Discussion Questions

1. Can you describe your favorite Super Mario game?
2. What is your favorite weapon from any Super Mario game? Why?
3. Which level from any Super Mario game do you think is the hardest to beat? Why?
4. Which enemy in any level of any Super Mario game do you find most annoying to deal with; why?
5. Do you like Mario?
6. What is Mario’s favorite food?
7. Do you prefer Mario or Sonic the Hedgehog?
8. What is your favorite item in Super Mario Bros? Why?
9. What is the first enemy that you see in Super Mario Bros.?
10. Where does Super Mario live?
11. Is Super Mario Japanese or Italian or American?
12. Who is your favorite character in Super Mario? Why?
13. What is an “extra life”?
14. Which power up from any Super Mario game do you think is most useful? Why?
15. Is Mario a good guy? How do you know?
16. Has Super Mario ever had a pet dog or cat?
17. What does he look like?
18. Who is Bowser?
19. Does Super Mario have any children?
20. Where did Bowser come from?
21. Are there any other characters in the game?
22. Do you have a favorite boss battle from any Super Mario game; why?
23. How old is Super Mario?
24. Do you like playing as Mario or Luigi? Why?
25. Who is Princess Peach?
26. Which enemies can be killed by jumping on their head once?
27. Do you prefer Super Mario or The Legend of Zelda?
28. Why does Mario have a mustache?
29. What are the enemies like in Super Mario?
30. Have you ever played a Super Mario game?
31. Do you prefer the newer graphics or the older graphics in Super Mario games?
32. What is your favorite level from any Super Mario game? Why?

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