A2 Level (Elementary)
- Do you have any old things in your house?
- What is an antique?
- Have you ever visited an antique shop?
- Can you name some things that can be antiques?
- Why do people like old things?
- What is the oldest thing you own?
- Do you think antiques are beautiful?
- Would you like to have an antique in your home? Why?
- Do you know any stories about old things in your family?
- What color are most antiques?
- Are there antiques in your school or city?
- How do you take care of old things?
- Do you prefer new or old things? Why?
- What would you buy from an antique shop?
- Do antiques cost a lot of money?
- What makes something an antique?
- Why do people collect antiques?
- What is your favorite type of antique?
- Do you think antiques are important for history?
- How can you tell if an antique is real or fake?
- What are the most popular antiques in your country?
- Do antiques have special meanings in different cultures?
- How do you find out the value of an antique?
- What would you do if you found a valuable antique?
- How do antiques compare to modern items?
- Have you ever seen a really old antique? What was it?
- What stories can antiques tell us?
- Would you like to inherit an antique from your family?
- How do antiques affect the environment?
- What skills do you need to restore an antique?
- Discuss the cultural significance of antiques.
- How do antiques reflect the history of a place or era?
- What are the ethical considerations in trading antiques?
- How do antiques influence interior design trends?
- Discuss the process of authenticating an antique.
- How do antiques contribute to sustainable living?
- What are the challenges in preserving antiques?
- How has the perception of antiques changed over time?
- Discuss the impact of technology on the antique trade.
- How do antiques compare to contemporary art?
- What role do antiques play in educational settings?
- Discuss the global market for antiques.
- How do antiques relate to personal and collective memory?
- What is the future of antiques in a digital world?
- How do antiques interact with modern lifestyles?
C1 Level (Advanced)
- Critically analyze the role of antiques in cultural heritage.
- How do antiques shape our understanding of history?
- Discuss the legal and ethical aspects of antique repatriation.
- Evaluate the impact of forgeries on the antique market.
- How do antiques contribute to the narrative of art history?
- Discuss the balance between preservation and functionality in antiques.
- Analyze the economic implications of antique collecting.
- Explore the relationship between antiques and national identity.
- Critique the trend of modernizing antiques.
- How do antiques challenge our perception of value?
- Discuss the intersection of antiques with modern technology.
- Analyze the psychology behind antique collecting.
- Explore the impact of globalization on antique preservation.
- Critically assess the role of museums in antique preservation.
- Debate the future of antiques in a rapidly changing world.
C2 Level (Proficiency)
- Debate the cultural significance of antiques in a postmodern world.
- Analyze the philosophical dimensions of preserving antiques.
- Discuss the impact of antiques on cultural and historical narratives.
- Critique the ethical implications of the antique restoration process.
- Explore the role of antiques in constructing and deconstructing history.
- Debate the responsibilities of antique owners versus public access.
- Analyze the socio-economic factors influencing the antique market.
- Examine the role of antiques in cross-cultural exchanges.
- Critically evaluate the impact of digitization on antique appreciation.
- Discuss the interplay between antiques and contemporary design.
- Explore the significance of provenance in antique valuation.
- Debate the implications of antique looting and trafficking.
- Analyze the role of antiques in heritage conservation.
- Critically assess the influence of media on antique popularity.
- Explore the future of antiques in an increasingly digital age.
