IELTS Speaking Part 3 Follow-Up Questions and Topics

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IELTS Speaking: Part 3 Follow-Up Questions and Topics

Topic 1: Traditional Stories

What kind of stories do children like?
What are the benefits of listening to stories before bed?
Why do most children like listening to stories before bedtime?
What can children learn from stories?
Do all stories for children have happy endings?
Is a good storyline important for a movie?

Topic 2: Sportsperson

Should students have physical education and do sports at school?
What qualities should an athlete have?
Is talent important in sports?
Is it easy to identify children’s talents?
What is the most popular sport in your country?
Why are there so few top athletes?

Topic 3: Giving a Talk

What benefits does the internet bring to communication?
Which one is better, being a communicator or a listener?
What qualities does a person need to have to be a good communicator?
What qualities do people need to speak in public?
How important is it to be a good listener when communicating?
What kinds of people often give speeches?

Topic 4: Good Habits

What habits should children have?
What should parents do to teach their children good habits?
What influences do children with bad habits have on other children?
Why do some habits change when people get older?

Topic 5: Social Media

Why do people like to use social media?
What kind of things are popular on social media?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of using social media?
What do you think of making friends on social media?

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Topic 6: Telling the Truth

Do you think we should tell the truth at all times?
How do you know when others are telling lies?
Sometimes people should tell lies. Do you agree?
Do you think it’s more important to win a game or follow the rules in sports?

Topic 7: Foreign Language

At what age should children start learning a foreign language?
Which skill is more important, speaking or writing?
Does a person still need to learn other languages if he or she is good at English?
Do you think minority languages will disappear?

Topic 8: A Useful Book

What are the types of books that young people like to read?
What’s the difference between the reading habits of old people and young people?
What’s the difference between paper books and e-books?
Some people say that it is easier for children who start reading from a young age to succeed. Do you agree?

Topic 9: Apologies

On what occasion do people usually apologize to others?
Do people in your country like to say “sorry”?
Do you think people should apologize for anything wrong they do?
Why do some people refuse to say “sorry” to others?

Topic 10: Getting Lost

How do people feel when they get lost?
Are some people better at orienting themselves?
Are young people more reliant on their phones than older people to find their way?
Are young people gradually losing their ability to orient themselves?
With mobile phones and these electronic products with navigation, is it difficult for people to get lost?
What kind of problems do old people have when they get lost?
Some people like to walk around without navigation, is there any problem?
How can people find their way when they are lost?
Do you think it is important to do some preparation before you travel to new places?
Do you think it is important to be able to read a map?
Is a paper map still necessary?
Why do some people get lost more easily than others?
How do people react when they get lost?

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Topic 11: The Sky

Would people be willing to get up early to watch and enjoy the sunrise?
When would people watch the sky?
Do many people pay attention to the shapes of stars?
What do people usually see in the sky in the daytime?
What are the differences between things people see in the sky in the daytime and at night?
Why do some people like to watch stars at night?
What kind of people are interested in stars?
Is high technology helpful for star watching?
Should kids know more about stars and planets?

Topic 12: Outdoor Activities & Extreme Sports

What sports do young people like?
What kind of people do extreme sports?
Why are some people willing to try dangerous extreme sports?
Should people take more into account the risks that extreme sports may bring?
Why do people keep inventing new and slightly dangerous sports?
What risks are there in extreme sports, and who takes these consequences?

Topic 13: Spending Time at Home

Do you think old people will be able to keep up with the pace of technology in 50 years?
Who likes to stay at home more, young people or old people?
What are the most enjoyable parts of having a meal together with your family?
Why do people often take gifts with them when they visit others’ homes?
Do you like to invite your friends to your home?

Topic 14: Music & Singers

Can anyone learn how to sing?
What should the government do to help people with musical talent?
What kind of music do people like at different ages?
What kind of music is popular in India now and what will be in the future?
Do Indian parents require their children to learn to play musical instruments?
Why do some people like to listen to live music while others prefer CDs?
What kind of music is popular in your country?
What kind of music do young people like?
What are the differences between young people’s and old people’s preferences in music?
What are the benefits of children learning a musical instrument?
Do you know what kind of music children like today?
Do you think the government should invest more money in concerts?

Topic 15: Technology

What technology do people currently use?
Why do big companies introduce new products frequently?
Why are people so keen on buying iPhones even though they haven’t changed much from one iPhone to the next?
Why do technology companies keep upgrading their products?
What changes has the development of technology brought about in our lives?
Does the development of technology affect the way we study? How?

Topic 16: Electricity

Which is better, electric bicycles or ordinary bicycles?
Do you think electric bicycles will replace ordinary bicycles in the future?
Which is better, electric cars or petrol cars?
How did people manage to live without electricity in the ancient world?
Is it difficult for the government to replace all the petrol cars with electric cars?
Do people use more electricity now than before?

Topic 17: Trying New Things

Why are some people unwilling to try new things?
Do you think fear stops people from trying new things?
Why are some people keen on doing dangerous activities?
Do you think that children adapt to new things more easily than adults?
What can people learn from doing dangerous activities?

Topic 18: Decisions

What kind of decisions do you think are meaningful?
What important decisions should be made by teenagers themselves?
Why are some people unwilling to make quick decisions?
Do people like to ask for advice more for their personal life or their work?
Why do some people like to ask others for advice?
Do advertisements influence consumers’ decisions?
Who do young people like to ask for advice when making decisions?
Do you think it’s necessary for kids to make as many decisions by themselves as much as they can?
Do you think some people can make decisions without asking for advice from others?
Do you think young people are easily influenced by others when they make decisions? Why or why not?
What kinds of decisions do young people have to make?

Topic 19: Meals & Festivals

Do people prefer to eat out at restaurants or eat at home during festivals?
What food do you eat on special occasions, like during festivals?
Why do people like to have meals together during important festivals?
Is it a hassle to prepare a meal at home?
What do people often talk about during meals?
People are spending less and less time having meals with their families these days. Is this good or bad?

Topic 21: Sports

What are the differences between indoor sports and outdoor sports?
Which outdoor sports are popular in India?
Which sports are popular among elderly people?
Which outdoor sports are popular with children?
How does weather affect outdoor sports?
Which sports can children do on rainy days?

Topic 22: Comedy & Cartoons

Do people like comedy?
Why do people of all ages like cartoons?
Why do some people like to make others laugh?
Should teachers tell jokes in class?

Topic 23: Travel

Is it important to take photos while traveling?
Can you trust other people’s travel journals on the Internet?
What factors affect how people feel about traveling?
Will you go to a foreign country to travel because of the distinct landscape?
How can tourists have a good travel experience?
What kinds of comments do travelers typically leave online after a trip?

Topic 24: Sports Events & Competitions

What kinds of sports events are broadcast on TV or other media in your country?
Do people in your country enjoy watching football games?
Does encouragement and applause from the audience have an impact on athletes?
What kind of competitions do people in your country like to watch?

Topic 25: Housing

What are the differences between buildings in the city and in the countryside?
Do you prefer to live in the city or in the countryside?
What safety risks are there in residential buildings in cities?
Is it expensive to decorate a house or an apartment in the place where you live?

Topic 26: Punctuality & Memory

Is punctuality important to people?
What do you think is a good way to record things? Why?
Which is more important, a work-related appointment or an appointment with a friend? Why?
If someone doesn’t really like whom they are going to meet, they may deliberately miss their appointment. Is that true? Why?
Do you think people should remember family history?
How do people who are busy remember things they need to do?

Topic 27: Clothes & Fashion

What are the differences between clothes worn by old people and those by young people?
What kind of clothes do people wear in the workplace?
Do you think it is a good idea to buy clothes online?
Do you think young people wear unusual clothes more than other age groups?
Do you think that the style of the clothing is more important than its comfort?
What factors affect people’s decisions when buying clothes?
Do most people in your country prefer to buy clothes online or at the street market? Why?
Do you think young people know more about fashion and are better at dressing up than elderly people?
Do you think people would use clothing to show their identity?

Topic 28: Relaxation

Why is it difficult for some people to relax?
What are the benefits of doing exercise?
Do people in your country exercise after work?
What is the place where people spend most of their time at home?
Do you think there should be classes for training young people and children how to relax?
Which is more important, mental relaxation or physical relaxation?

Topic 29: Public Sports Spaces

Do young people like to play sports?
What are the benefits of sports for children?
Is it necessary to build public sports spaces?
What do you think of companies donating sports venues for poor children?
Is technology helpful in playing sports?
Do you think local sports teams can help increase community connections?

Topic 30: Plastic Waste & Recycling

Do you think we should use plastic products?
How can we reduce our use of plastic?
What kinds of plastic waste are often seen in your country?
Why do people like to use plastic products?
What can the government do to reduce plastic pollution?
Do you think we can do without plastic altogether in the future?

Topic 31: City vs. Countryside

What are the differences between the city and the countryside?
Some people say large cities are more suitable for old people. What do you think?
Do you think it is possible that all of the population move to cities?
Do you think people in the countryside are friendlier than people in the city?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of living in the countryside?
What kind of people would like to stay in the countryside?
Do people go to the countryside to travel or to live?
Do most people prefer to live in big cities or in the countryside?
Do people in your country like to go hiking?

Topic 32: Arguments

Do you think arguments are important?
What do family members usually have arguments about?
Is it easier for you to have arguments with your family or with your friends?
Do you think people should change the way they think when they are having arguments?
When two people have an argument, do you think they should find a third party to ask for advice?
What qualities make a good lawyer?

Topic 33: Multiculturalism

Is it easy to meet people from different cultural backgrounds in your country?
What do people from different cultural backgrounds usually talk about with each other?
Is it good to live in a multicultural society?
What are the advantages of being friends with people from different cultural backgrounds?
Why do people choose to travel or live abroad?
What are the benefits of living in another country?

Topic 34: Websites & Internet

What are the most popular and least popular apps in India?
What’s the difference between the internet and television?
Why do some people like to read news on the internet instead of getting it from TV?
Are libraries still necessary? Why?
What kinds of people would still go to the library to read and study?
What are the differences between old people and young people when they use the internet?

Topic 36: First Day at School & Job Changes

How do parents prepare their kids to go to school on the first day?
How do children socialize with each other?
Is socialization important for children?
What are the reasons for a job change?
Are big companies better than small companies? Why?
What are the advantages and disadvantages coming along with changing jobs?

Topic 37: Second-hand Items & Recycling

Some people think it’s a waste to buy too many clothes for children. What do you think?
How do people usually handle the clothes they don’t want?
Why do people buy second-hand clothes?
What problems will occur if people don’t recycle?
Should the government encourage people to recycle items?
How do people in your country recycle various items they don’t want?

Topic 38: TV Programs

What programs do people like to watch in your country?
Do people in your country like to watch foreign TV programs?
What’s the benefit of letting kids watch animal videos rather than visiting a zoo?
Do teachers play videos in class in your country?
Do you think watching talk shows is a waste of time?
Do you think we can acquire knowledge from watching TV programs?

Topic 39: Novels & Stories

Do you prefer to read eBooks or printed books?
What kinds of novels are suitable for a film adaptation?
How does technology help people tell stories?
Why are mystery novels so popular nowadays?
Is there any difference between the popular novels now and those in the past?
Why do some people prefer reading novels to playing computer games in this digital world?

Topic 40: Colleagues & Work Relationships

Why should children be kind to their classmates?
Can children choose their deskmates?
What matters most about a colleague’s personality?
Are good colleagues important at work?
What kind of people are popular at work?
Are knowledgeable people popular at work?

Topic 41: Shopping Problems

What kind of customer service do you think is good?
What are the differences between shopping online and in-store?
What problems do customers often have while shopping?
What do you think customers should do when there are problems with products bought online?
Can customer complaints help improve product quality?
What do you think of people complaining when they buy poor-quality goods at a low price?

Topic 42: Success & Goals

Should people set goals for themselves?
How would you define success?
How can we judge whether young people are successful nowadays?
Are successful people often lonely?
What kinds of success can students achieve at school?
Should students be proud of their success?

Topic 43: Searching for Information

How can people search for information now?
What information can people get from television?
Do you think libraries are still important in the digital age?
Does the development of the Internet have any impact on some disadvantaged people?
How do people identify reliable information on the Internet?
Is it good if people could have more access to information in the future?

Topic 44: Gifts & Money

Should employees have their own goals?
How should bosses reward employees?
What kinds of gifts do young people like to receive as rewards?
How should children spend their allowance money?
Why do people like shopping more now than in the past?
Do you think shopping is good for a country’s economy?
Why do people rarely use cash now?
When do children begin to comprehend the value of money?
Should parents reward children with money?
Is it good and necessary to teach children to save money?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of credit cards?
Do you think it’s a good thing that more people are using digital payments?

Topic 45: Famous People

What are the advantages and disadvantages of being a famous child?
What can today’s children do to become famous?
What can children do with their fame?
Do people become famous because of their talent?

Topic 46: Intelligence

Why are some children more intelligent than others?
Who do you think plays a more important role in a child’s development, teachers or parents?
Do you think smart people tend to be selfish?
Are smart people happier than others?

Topic 47: Health Articles

Do you think people are healthier now than in the past?
How can you tell whether a website is reliable or not?
What activities can schools organize for children to keep fit?
What can governments do to improve people’s health?

Topic 49: Making Plans

What kind of plans do young people often make?
Why can’t people always follow their plans?

Topic 50: Photography

Why do some people like to record important things with photos?
What can people learn from historical photographs?
Is taking photos the best way to remember something?
Which is better, taking photos or keeping a diary?
When do people take photos?
Why do some people like to keep old photos?
Why do many people like to share photos on social media platforms?
On what occasions do most people like to take photographs?

Topic 51: Beautiful Things

Do you think there are more beautiful things now than in the past? Why?
What beautiful scenery spots are there in your country?
Why do you think people create beautiful things?
Where do you think people usually come into contact with beautiful things?
Do people in your country prefer listening to music to appreciating paintings and literature?
Why do many people go to scenic spots in person instead of just reading about them in books?

Topic 52: Sharing

Do you think kids like to share? Why?
How can parents teach their children to share?
What do you think is the benefit of sharing for children?
Is there anything that parents persuade children to share with others?
How can governments encourage shared transport?
Why is it important to share food with others during celebration?

Topic 53: Advertisements

Where do you often see advertisements?
What are the benefits of advertising?
Are advertisements good or bad for children?
How does advertising affect people?

Topic 54: Friendship

Do you still keep in touch with your friends from childhood? Why or why not?
How important is childhood friendship to children?
What do you think of communicating via social media?
Do you think online communication through social media will replace face-to-face communication?
What’s the difference between having younger friends and older friends?
Has technology changed people’s friendships? How?
What do you think of making friends online?
Is it a good idea to make friends who are much older than you?

Topic 55: Learning English

Why do people learn foreign languages?
What makes a good foreign language teacher?
Do you think grammar is important when learning foreign languages?
Is it interesting to be a foreign language teacher? Why?
What is the impact of information technology on learning foreign languages?
What effect will it have on the students if the teacher is impatient with them?

Topic 56: Inspiration & Role Models

What qualities make someone a role model?
Why should children learn from role models?
Who can influence children more, teachers or parents?
What kind of international news inspires people?
Besides parents and teachers, who else can motivate children?
Can online teaching motivate students to learn? How?

Topic 57: Teaching & Skills

Should teachers be funny when they teach?
What qualities should teachers have?
Which do you think are more important, practical skills or academic skills?
Which age group is the best at learning new things?

Topic 58: Children’s Behavior

What bad behavior do children usually have?
How should parents stop their children from behaving badly in public?
Are parents these days stricter than those in the past?
Whose influence on children is more? Friends or parents?

Topic 59: Persuasion & Advertising

What impact does advertising have on children and their parents?

Topic 60: Growing Plants & Agriculture

Are there many people growing their own vegetables now?
Do you think it’s good to let kids learn how to plant?
What do you think of the job of a farmer?
What are the differences between traditional and modern agriculture?
What happened to the farmers’ income during the pandemic?
How do people grow plants in cities?

Topic 62: Buildings & Architecture

Why do some people choose to build houses by themselves?
What factors do you consider when choosing a house or an apartment?
Do you think a city’s buildings affect its vibe or atmosphere?
Do you think old buildings should be preserved?

Topic 63: Expressing Feelings

Do you think it’s good for people to show their feelings openly?
Who tends to show their feelings more openly, adults or children?
Regarding showing emotions, are there any differences between men and women?

Topic 64: Patience

What do people in your country often do while waiting?
Why do some people like a slow-paced life?
Is being patient good for people? Why?
Are people less patient now than people in the past? Why?
Why do people lack patience?
How can people become more patient?

Topic 65: Shopping

Do people in your country go to the shopping mall frequently?
How have people’s shopping habits changed in recent decades?
Do you think shops and shopping malls will disappear in the future?
What are the differences between shopping in street markets and big shopping malls?
What are the differences between shopping habits of different age groups?

Topic 66: Goals

Do people in your country set goals?
Do people usually set long-term goals or short-term ones?
Why is setting goals important in the workplace?
What is the difference between goals set by old people and young people?

Topic 67: Communication

What topics do young people like to talk about?
Is it important to have good communication skills at work?

Topic 68: Countryside Living

Where do people like to visit in the countryside?
What are consequences of the decrease of population in the countryside?

Topic 70: Animals

Why do stories and movies for children always feature animals?
How did animals help people in the past?
Do you think people are more interested in animals now than they were in the past?

Topic 71: Events

Is the organisation of big events very important in your country?
What do people usually do during big events?
Do most people prefer to take part in big events or in small activities?

Topic 72: Shopping & Advertisements

What do you think of advertisements?
Do you think physical stores will disappear in the future?

Topic 73: Food

Do most people like to eat the food they are familiar with or try new food?
What kinds of foreign food are popular in your country?
Do you like to cook at home?
Is it expensive to eat out in your country?
What’s the difference between Indian food and Western food?

Topic 74: Nature & Forests

Why do people like visiting places with trees or forests?

Topic 75: Live Performances

What kind of party have you had so far?
Do you think it is hard for people to perform in front of their friends?
Is it easy to invite your friends to attend your party or your performance?
Is it expensive to watch a live performance in your country?
Why do many people prefer to watch a live performance rather than watch it on TV?

Topic 76: Environment

Why can recycling help the environment?
What have people done to damage the environment?
Do you think technology can improve environment-related problems?
Is it important to teach students environmental protection at school?

Topic 77: Sports & Children

Are sports important for children?
How can we make children aware of the importance of sports?

Topic 78: Television

Is it beneficial to insert advertisements within a TV series?
Do you think that parents should limit their children from watching television?
Would your family watch TV together?
What are the differences in television viewing habits between the elderly and young people?

Topic 79: Making Plans

Do people often change their plans?
Would you tell others if you change your plan?
Why do you think parents still make plans for their children nowadays?
How does technology help people make plans?

Topic 80: Water Sports & Water

What do you think of the people who waste water?
What are the characteristics of goods transported by water?
Do you think it is good to teach swimming in school?
What kinds of water sports are popular nowadays?
Why do people like to live near water?
What are the advantages of water transportation?

Topic 81: Free Time & Work-Life Balance

Why is working extra hours common nowadays?
What can we do to stop working long hours?
Do people nowadays have more free time than in the past?
What do people like to do when they are free in your country?
Do you think most people are able to manage their free time well?
What’s the difference between the things people did in their free time in the past and the things they do nowadays?

Topic 82: Noise

Do you think it is good for children to make noise?
Should children not be allowed to make noise under any circumstances?
What kinds of noises are there in our life?
Which area is exposed to noise more, the city or the countryside?
How would people usually respond to noises in your country?
How can people consider others’ feelings when chatting in public?

Topic 83: Disagreements

What do you do if you disagree with someone?
How can we stop an argument from escalating into a fight?
Who do you think should teach children to respect their teachers?
What disagreement do parents and children usually have?
Why do some people avoid arguing with others?
How do we show respect to others when we disagree with them?

Topic 86: Learning Outside School

What can children learn from parents?
Do you think some children are well-behaved because of the influence of their parents?
Is it necessary for adults to learn new things?
How can people learn new things?
Does the internet make learning easier or more difficult?
Can people acquire more knowledge now than before?

Topic 87: Foreign Countries & Culture

What do you think makes countries different?
Do you think reading is a good way to get to know other countries? Why?
How do people get information about other countries?
How does travelling abroad affect young people?
What are the advantages of working in an international company?
What do you think of national identity?

Topic 88: Rules

When people break rules, how would they be punished in your country?
What are the reasons that cause people to break the rules?
What kinds of rules do people need to follow in public places?
What rules should people follow when using public transport?
On what occasions can children be forgiven if they don’t follow some rules?
What rules should children follow at home in your country?

Topic 89: Science

Should scientists explain the research process to the public?
How do you get to know about scientific news?
Should people continue to study science after graduating from school?
Which science subject is the most important for children to learn?
Is it important to study science at school?
Why do some children not like learning science at school?

Topic 90: Promises

Is it useful to write down promises?
Do you often keep your promises?
Why do some people fail to keep their promises?
Do children keep their promises?
Do parents in India make promises to their children?
What kinds of promises do people often make?

Topic 91: Songs & Poems

What can people learn from songs or poems?
Do you think it is easier for children to learn a song or poem than adults? Why?
Do you think children would like the rhythm of songs or poems? Why?
Are you good at memorizing things?

Topic 92: Helping Others

Should developed countries provide technological help to developing countries?
Why is it important to help neighbors?
Do people in your country like to help neighbors?
What can you do to help your neighbors?
What can schools do to develop students’ awareness of volunteering?
Why is it necessary to do volunteer services?

Topic 93: Free Services & Items

What kinds of free services should be provided by the government?
Will people be happy when they receive free things?
Is it necessary to provide free public transportation?
Why should everyone have access to basic healthcare?
Why do customers like to receive free gifts from companies?
Is it good or bad for people to have a free education in the future?

Topic 94: Jobs & Work

What kinds of jobs are not paid fairly?
What skills should be taught at school to improve students’ ability to find jobs?
Do you think younger people should be lower paid than older people?
What was the impact of the epidemic on the work environment?
What are the changes in working conditions?
What jobs are well-paid?
Do you think schools should provide career advice to students?
Who should receive a higher salary, young people or older people?
Do you think doctors should be well-paid?
What kind of jobs deserve a high salary?
What kind of jobs receive a low income?
What kind of jobs are well-paid in your country?
What do people need to do to change their jobs?
Why do people want to change their jobs?
What benefits are there when working for big companies?
Why do people want to have a family business?
Is it good to work with family members? Why?
What kinds of family businesses are common in India?

Topic 95: Physical vs. Mental Work

Do you think machines could replace human workers in the future?
Can physical workers receive higher salaries in the future?
What’s the difference between the payment for physical work and that for mental work?
What kinds of jobs need a lot of physical work?

Topic 96: Livable Cities

Why do many people choose to move to big cities?
What factors make a city liveable?
What are the benefits of living close to one’s workplace?
What kinds of place do people in your country prefer to live in?
What should people prepare before they move to a different city?
Why do people move from one place to another?

Topic 97: Change

What are the disadvantages when people keep making changes?
When things like getting married or moving home happen, what kinds of things would you consider?
Who can adapt better to changes, children or adults?
How do you adapt to changes in life?
Why do some people quit and change jobs?
Do you like new things or changes in life?

Topic 98: Inventions

Who should support and sponsor inventors, governments, or private companies?
Do all inventions bring benefits to our world?
Are there any other inventions that make the world better?
What inventions do you think should be improved?
Do you think only scientists can invent new things?
What qualities do inventors have?

Topic 99: Opinions

What should a company do when receiving feedback about its products?
Should teachers give advice to children?
Why do some people dislike giving their opinions?
Are there any apps designed for collecting opinions about products or services?
Why do people like to express their opinions on the Internet nowadays?
What are the disadvantages of sharing opinions on the Internet?

Topic 100: Cellphones

Do you think it is too late to call others at 11 or 12 o’clock at night?
What can be done to stop cellphone addiction?
Do you think there should be a law to stop people from making phone calls in public?
Which one is more important, using a cellphone to make phone calls or to read messages?
What are the differences between young people and old people when using a cellphone?
What do you usually do with a cell phone?

Topic 101: Time Management

What can schools do to help students learn time management?
Is it necessary for children to learn time management?
Do people who can manage time well become successful more easily?
Do you think parents should be responsible for teaching children to save time?
Does technology help people save time? How and why?
What can people do to save time?

Topic 102: Communication

What are the differences between talking to a friend and talking to a stranger?
What makes a good listener?
On what occasions do people talk with strangers?
Do you think people should be honest when talking with friends?
What do young people talk about when they meet up?
Where do young people like to meet?

Topic 103: Traffic Jams

Would you rather be in a car or a bus in a traffic jam?
Do you like to use public transportation?
What are good ways to manage traffic?
Do you think the highways will help reduce traffic jams?
Do you think developing public transport can solve traffic jam problems?
How can we solve the traffic jam problem?

Topic 104: Quiet Places & Leisure

Why are there more noises made at home now than in the past?
Why do old people prefer to live in quiet places?
Do you think only old people have time for leisure?
How does technology affect the way people spend their leisure time?
How do people spend their leisure time in your country?
Is it easy to find quiet places in your country? Why?

Topic 105: Happiness & Shopping

What do people usually spend money on?
Do men and women have different attitudes and feelings about shopping?
Is it good for people to be unhappy? Why?
How can people be happy?
Do you think happiness has any effect on people? How?
How do people express happiness in your culture?

Topic 106: Socializing

Do you think it is important for us to get along with different kinds of people?
Do you think it’s important to spend some time alone?
Do you like talking with older people? Why?
Do people have time for themselves nowadays?
How do leaders get along with their subordinates?
What kinds of people are easy to get along with?

Topic 107: Food & Communication

What do you think of people using their mobile phones during a meal?
In your country, do people nowadays cook at home as frequently as people did in the past?
Do you think it’s good to communicate when eating with your family?
Why are some people willing to spend a lot of money on meals on special days?
Is there any food in your country that is eaten at special times or on special occasions?
What are the differences between special food in India and other countries?

Topic 108: Music

Are foreign songs popular in your country?
Do you like to watch music TV programs? Why?
What are the differences between live concert and online concert?
What kinds of people like traditional music?
What kinds of music do young people like?
Why are many music competitions popular in India?

Topic 109: Discussions & Opinions

Why do some young people refuse to communicate with others?
Should parents consider their children’s opinions on everything? Why?
In what industries do you think communication is a necessary skill?
Should parents require their children to obey them?
Do children have strong opinions?
When do children normally form their own views?

Topic 110: Toys

What are the advantages and disadvantages of modern toys?
What’s the difference between the toys boys play with and girls play with?
Do you think parents should buy more toys for their kids or spend more time with them?
What’s the difference between the toys kids play now and those they played in the past?
Should advertising aimed at children be prohibited?
How do advertisements influence children?

Topic 111: Rivers & Lakes

Are rivers and lakes important to a country?
What are the popular water sports in your country?
Are rivers and lakes good for transportation? Why?
How do rivers and lakes affect local tourism?
Do you think rivers and lakes attract tourists?
How can rivers and lakes benefit local people?
Do people like that river in your country?
Do you like any activities on water?
Is it necessary for everyone to learn swimming?
Do people in your country go to swim in their spare time?

Topic 112: Old People & Technology

Do you think old people’s life will improve with the development of technology?
Do old people prefer to stay at home or go outside? Why?
What are the benefits of elderly people living alone?
Can old people and their grandchildren learn from each other when they live together?
Why do some people live with old people?
What do old people often do in their daily lives?

Topic 113: Movies

Why do people prefer to watch movies in the cinema?
Do you think successful movies should have well-known actors or actresses in leading roles?
Do you think only well-known directors can create the best movies?
Do Indian people prefer to watch domestic movies or foreign movies?
What are the factors that make a successful movie?
What kinds of movies do you think are successful in your country?

Topic 114: Housing Preferences

What do you think buildings will be like in the future?
Why do some people choose to live in the city centre?
Do different people have different preferences for houses or apartments?
What would people normally consider when they rent or buy a house or an apartment?
Why are apartments popular in some places while not in other places?
What are apartments like in your country?

Topic 115: Cooperation & Neighbors

How do you get along with your neighbors?
How do neighbors help each other?
Do you think neighbors help each other more often in the countryside than in the city?
How do children learn to cooperate with each other?
Do you think parents should teach children how to cooperate with others? How?
Do you think it’s important for children to learn about cooperation?

Topic 116: Punctuality

Are you a punctual person?
Do you think it important to be on time?
Do you always avoid being late?
Why are people often late for meetings or appointments?
Are people in your country often late for meetings?
Do you think people are born with time management skills or they can develop them?

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