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READY FOR YOUR NEXT ENGLISH CLUB

30 questions.
A room full of conversation.

English conversation questions for adults who want to practise everyday speaking. Use this sheet in pairs, in a small group, or as a warm-up before conversation bingo.

Start with the short questions. Move to stories when your group feels comfortable. These are activity suggestions, not a language-level assessment.

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A 10-minute activity you can run today

Prepare: pairs or groups of three, one question sheet per group, and a timer. Give learners permission to skip any question, invent an answer, or use notes.

  1. 0–2 minutes · Model. Ask “What do you like to cook?” Answer in two sentences. Show one follow-up: “How did you learn to make it?”
  2. 2–7 minutes · Take turns. Each person chooses a question. Their partner listens and asks one follow-up. Change who speaks after each answer; aim for three questions, not all 30.
  3. 7–10 minutes · Share. Each pair chooses one idea to share, with their partner's permission. Finish with a useful phrase they heard.

For a quiet group, allow one minute to prepare an answer. For a talkative group, ask for an example or a different point of view. Use the group timer to keep the round short.

Your printable question sheet

Choose any three. Listen, then ask one more question. You may always pass.

Start easy · Everyday life

  1. What is a small thing you enjoy about your morning?
  2. What do you like to cook or prepare?
  3. Where do you go when you want a quiet break?
  4. Which season do you enjoy, and what do you do then?
  5. What do you usually do with a free hour?
  6. What kind of music helps you relax?
  7. Do you prefer planning your weekend or deciding on the day?
  8. What is something useful you keep in your bag?
  9. Which everyday task would you like to make easier?
  10. What is a place near you that you would recommend?

Tell a little story · Experiences

  1. What is something you learned to do recently?
  2. Can you describe a meal you still remember?
  3. When did a small change improve your day?
  4. What is a helpful piece of advice you have tried?
  5. Can you describe a time you solved an everyday problem?
  6. What is a hobby you tried and would try again?
  7. What surprised you about a place you visited?
  8. When did someone explain something especially clearly?
  9. What is something you enjoyed making yourself?
  10. Can you describe a day that went differently from your plan?

Go further · Ideas and choices

  1. What makes a public space welcoming?
  2. If you could take a short course for fun, what would you choose?
  3. Is it easier to learn by watching, reading, or trying?
  4. What would you show a visitor who had just two hours in your area?
  5. What makes a good conversation partner?
  6. Would you rather become very good at one hobby or try many?
  7. What everyday skill should more people have a chance to learn?
  8. How would you organise a relaxing afternoon for a group?
  9. What is one way technology could make daily life simpler?
  10. If this group met again, what activity would you suggest?

Turn the warm-up into a group activity

Open our English conversation bingo for a ready-made 4 × 4 card. The bingo uses its own short prompts; these 30 discussion questions are a separate worksheet. You can edit the bingo prompts, share an invitation, or print cards. Ask a follow-up before marking a square.

Questions hosts ask

Do learners have to answer every question?

No. Let each pair select three suitable questions. Offer a pass and avoid asking people to share sensitive personal experiences.

Can I use the sheet online?

Yes. Share this page and put learners in pairs or small breakout groups. Each participant can read the same sheet without signing in.

Can I print copies for my class?

Yes. These original Group Ready questions are free to print and use in your classes and conversation clubs. The print button also lets you save a PDF in browsers that provide that option.

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