ESL Conversation Questions – Athletes

A2 Level (Elementary)

1. What sports do you like to watch?
2. Who is your favorite athlete?
3. Can you name three sports?
4. Do you play any sports?
5. What do athletes wear?
6. How do you feel when you exercise?
7. What is the most popular sport in your country?
8. Can you swim?
9. What do you need to play soccer?
10. Do you watch the Olympics?
11. What is a team sport?
12. How often should people exercise?
13. Do you have a favorite sports team?
14. What is a healthy diet for an athlete?
15. Can you name a famous female athlete?

B1 Level (Intermediate)

1. Why are athletes important in society?
2. How do athletes train for a big competition?
3. What makes a good team player?
4. Do you think being an athlete is a good job? Why?
5. What are the benefits of playing sports?
6. How do athletes deal with injuries?
7. What is the most difficult sport? Why?
8. How do sports bring people together?
9. Do you prefer individual or team sports?
10. How do athletes inspire people?
11. What qualities do successful athletes have?
12. How do sports affect mental health?
13. What sports are best for young people?
14. How do sports change with technology?
15. What is your opinion on competitive sports for children?

B2 Level (Upper Intermediate)

1. Discuss the impact of professional athletes on youth.
2. How do cultural differences affect sports?
3. What are the challenges of a career in athletics?
4. How do sports reflect a country’s culture?
5. Analyze the role of coaches in an athlete’s success.
6. Discuss the importance of sportsmanship.
7. Compare the physical and mental demands of different sports.
8. How has technology changed sports?
9. What is your stance on performance-enhancing drugs in sports?
10. How do sports events impact economies?
11. Discuss the representation of women in sports.
12. How do sports promote health and fitness?
13. What future developments do you predict in sports?
14. How do media portray athletes?
15. Discuss the balance between sports and education.

C1 Level (Advanced)

1. Critically analyze the commercialization of sports.
2. How do sports influence national identity?
3. Discuss the ethical considerations in sports sponsorship and advertising.
4. Evaluate the impact of globalization on sports.
5. How have sports addressed issues of diversity and inclusion?
6. Discuss the role of media in shaping athletes’ public image.
7. Analyze the psychological pressure on professional athletes.
8. Explore the relationship between sports and politics.
9. Critique the handling of health issues, like concussions, in sports.
10. How do sports contribute to community development?
11. Discuss the role of analytics in sports.
12. Analyze the impact of sports on environmental sustainability.
13. Explore the evolution of gender roles in sports.
14. Critically assess the influence of fan culture on sports.
15. Debate the future of sports in a digital and virtual reality era.

C2 Level (Proficiency)

1. Debate the role of sports in shaping societal values.
2. Analyze the interplay between sports, economics, and ethics.
3. Discuss the implications of scientific advancements in athlete training.
4. Critique the balance of power in international sports organizations.
5. Explore the sociopolitical impact of major sports events.
6. Debate the influence of sports on cultural diplomacy.
7. Analyze the role of sports in fostering global unity or division.
8. Discuss the impact of celebrity culture on athletes.
9. Critically evaluate the role of sports in educational systems.
10. Explore the ethical dimensions of sportsmanship and fair play.
11. Analyze the impact of social media on athletes’ careers and personal lives.
12. Debate the sustainability of current sports models.
13. Examine the influence of sports on youth development.
14. Critically assess the role of sports in addressing social issues.
15. Explore the future challenges facing the world of sports.