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“Veganism” ESL Discussion Questions

I. Veganism Basics

1. Do you think it’s better to be vegan than vegetarian?
2. Do you know what ingredients are in your food?
3. What is the difference between vegetarian and vegan?
4. What are some of the benefits of being a vegetarian or vegan?
5. What do vegans eat?

II. Health and Nutrition

6. Are there any disadvantages to being a vegan?
7. Do you think it’s more important to be healthy than to be a vegan?
8. What do you think about vegans who eat honey and wear leather shoes?
9. Are there any health benefits from being a vegetarian or vegan?
10. Do you think you could go vegan?

III. Vegan Lifestyle

11. Are there any substitutes for meat and dairy products in your country?
12. Do you know what a vegan is?
13. What do you eat?
14. Do you think it’s right to eat animals?
15. Why do you think we need to be concerned about animal welfare?

IV. Ethical Considerations

16. Do vegans eat honey? Why or not?
17. Are you against leather?
18. Do vegans eat eggs and/or dairy products? If so, why? If not, why not?
19. What are some of the challenges faced by vegetarians and vegans?
20. What do you think of the way animals are treated in the food industry?

V. Personal Experiences

21. Why are you a vegan?
22. Is it expensive to be vegan?
23. Do you like food that is vegan?
24. Why is veganism so popular today?
25. Do people judge vegans?

VI. Challenges of Veganism

26. Is it hard to be a vegan?
27. What’s your least favorite food?
28. Have you ever tried being a vegetarian or vegan? If so, what were your experiences like?
29. How does eating animal products affect the environment (e.g., deforestation, water pollution)?
30. Do people like vegans?

VII. Reducing Meat Consumption

31. How can someone who wants to eat less meat start reducing their intake without feeling deprived of anything important in their diet?
32. Do vegans use leather? Why or not?
33. What do people think about vegans? Are the stereotypes true for you? Why or why not?
34. Can you eat out as a vegan?
35. Do vegans get enough protein in their diet?

VIII. Vegan Diet and Health

36. Is it possible to be healthy without eating any animal products at all?
37. Are you a vegan?
38. Can you tell me about some foods that vegans eat?
39. What are some vegan snacks you enjoy?
40. How do you feel after eating a vegan meal?

IX. Vegan Recipes

41. What is your favorite vegan recipe?
42. Have you ever cooked a vegan meal for someone else?
43. What vegan dish would you recommend to a non-vegan?
44. Do you follow any vegan cooking blogs or channels?
45. What is the easiest vegan meal to prepare?

X. Social Aspects of Veganism

46. How do your friends and family feel about your vegan diet?
47. Do you feel supported in your vegan lifestyle?
48. Have you ever faced criticism for being vegan?
49. How do you respond to negative comments about veganism?
50. What do you wish people understood about veganism?

XI. Veganism and the Environment

51. How does veganism help the environment?
52. What are some environmental issues related to animal farming?
53. Do you think veganism can reduce climate change?
54. How can individuals make a difference by choosing vegan options?
55. What is your opinion on plant-based alternatives to meat?

XII. Future of Veganism

56. Do you think veganism will become more popular in the future?
57. What changes would you like to see in the vegan community?
58. How can we encourage more people to try veganism?
59. What do you think will be the biggest challenge for veganism in the future?
60. What is your hope for the future of veganism?
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