Paul Holmes -
University
English Professor

Free Materials For ESL Teachers and Learners

“UK (United Kingdom)” ESL Discussion Questions

1. Why do British people love tea so much?
2. What is the capital city of the United Kingdom?
3. Does Britain still have an empire?
4. What are some famous festivals celebrated by people in the UK?
5. Are there many people from other countries living in the UK?
6. What is your favorite food from the UK?
7. What are three things you can see when you look at the flag of the UK?
8. What is the national sport in the UK?
9. Which foods are most popular in the UK?
10. What is the weather like in the UK?
11. What is the difference between England and the UK?
12. What is the main religion in the United Kingdom?
13. What are the most popular sports in the UK?
14. How many people live in the UK?
15. What are some famous landmarks in the UK?
16. How many professional football clubs are there in England?
17. What is the currency in the UK?
18. What is the name of Big Ben’s clock tower?
19. What are some famous sports teams from the UK?
20. What is a common nickname for people from England?
21. Who is the prime minister right now?
22. What does the flag look like?
23. How many countries are part of the UK?
24. What is the second largest city in the UK?
25. What are the top three sports played in the UK?
26. What is the national anthem for the United Kingdom?
27. How many countries are part of Great Britain?
28. What is the highest mountain in the UK?
29. What are some famous places to visit in the UK?
30. Why is the UK known as the United Kingdom?
31. In what month does Wimbledon start?
32. How many days does Easter last for in the UK?
33. Who is the head of state in England, Scotland and Wales?
34. Which countries still have the King of the United Kingdom as their head of state?
35. What are some famous buildings in the UK?
36. Do you think that the government should pass laws to protect endangered species? Why or why not?
37. What is the difference between Great Britain and the UK?