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Compelling Conversation Starters

You can create compelling conversations by asking simple,
yet deep, questions like:

Compelling Conversations for Advanced ESL Students

  • What brings you here?
  • How did you hear about this class (party/event/movie)?
  • What do you like to do online?
  • Where were you born? How many miles do you think that is from here?
  • Where are you in your family's birth order?
  • What makes you smile?
  • What have you been reading recently?
  • Can you recommend any movies to see or rent?
  • What's the most beautiful place you've seen?
  • What qualities make a good leader?
  • Which issues are important to you in this election?
  • Who chose your name? Why?
  • What music inspires you?
  • Where are you coming from?
  • Where are you going?
  • Where do you feel most comfortable? Why?
  • How do you release stress?
  • What do you appreciate about living here?
  • What did you learn at your last job?
  • What do you do to stay healthy?
  • What TV shows would you recommend to a visitor to your country? Why?
  • Have your habits changed in the last year?
  • How would your friends describe you?
  • What would you add?