ESL Conversation Questions – Coffee

☕️ Lessons we’ve made about this topic:
– The Future of Coffee
– How to Give Up Coffee

A2 Level (Elementary)

1. Do you like coffee? Why or why not?
2. How do you make coffee?
3. What types of coffee do you know?
4. When do you usually drink coffee?
5. Do you have a favorite coffee shop?
6. What do you eat with coffee?
7. How does coffee smell?
8. Is coffee popular in your country?
9. Do you prefer hot or cold coffee?
10. How do you feel after drinking coffee?
11. What is the best coffee you ever had?
12. Do you like to drink coffee with friends?
13. How much coffee do you drink in a day?
14. Do you add sugar or milk to your coffee?
15. What colors are coffee beans?
16. Have you ever seen a coffee plant?
17. Can you draw a picture of a coffee cup?
18. What do people talk about in coffee shops?
19. Do you know any songs about coffee?
20. Would you like to learn how to make different coffees?

B1 Level (Intermediate)

1. What is the history of coffee?
2. How does coffee affect your health?
3. Why do people meet in coffee shops?
4. What are the differences between espresso and latte?
5. How does coffee culture vary around the world?
6. What are the environmental impacts of coffee production?
7. How has coffee influenced art and literature?
8. What role does coffee play in the workplace?
9. Discuss the process of coffee bean to coffee cup.
10. How do coffee flavors differ in various regions?
11. What are the ethical considerations of coffee consumption?
12. How has coffee consumption changed over time?
13. Discuss the importance of fair trade in coffee.
14. What is the social significance of coffee breaks?
15. How do seasonal changes affect coffee habits?
16. Discuss the trend of home coffee brewing.
17. What are some popular coffee-based desserts?
18. How does advertising affect coffee sales?
19. Discuss the impact of coffee on sleep patterns.
20. What are the latest innovations in coffee making?

B2 Level (Upper Intermediate)

1. Analyze the global coffee trade and its economic impact.
2. Discuss the role of coffee in fostering community.
3. How does coffee consumption reflect cultural differences?
4. Analyze the sustainability challenges in coffee production.
5. Discuss the psychological effects of caffeine.
6. How has specialty coffee changed the industry?
7. Discuss the impact of climate change on coffee production.
8. Analyze the role of coffee in literature and film.
9. How do coffee rituals differ in various cultures?
10. Discuss the balance between quality and affordability in coffee.
11. Analyze the ethical implications of coffee marketing.
12. How does coffee consumption impact global health trends?
13. Discuss the evolution of coffeehouse culture.
14. Analyze the influence of technology on coffee brewing.
15. How does coffee influence personal productivity?
16. Discuss the role of coffee in political and social movements.
17. Analyze the impact of coffee on local economies.
18. Discuss the representation of coffee in media and advertising.
19. How does coffee connect people across different societies?
20. Analyze the future trends in coffee consumption.

C1 Level (Advanced)

1. Evaluate the impact of coffee on global trade policies.
2. Discuss the role of coffee in sustainable agriculture.
3. Analyze the socio-economic disparities in the coffee industry.
4. Evaluate the cultural significance of coffee ceremonies.
5. Discuss the role of coffee in shaping urban landscapes.
6. Analyze the impact of coffee on environmental conservation.
7. Discuss the relationship between coffee culture and innovation.
8. Evaluate the impact of fair trade practices on coffee producers.
9. Discuss the influence of coffee on modern design and architecture.
10. Analyze the role of coffee in cross-cultural communication.

C2 Level (Proficiency)

1. Critique the portrayal of coffee culture in contemporary society.
2. Analyze the philosophical aspects of coffee as a social ritual.
3. Discuss the impact of coffee on global economic dynamics.
4. Evaluate the role of coffee in historical geopolitical conflicts.
5. Analyze the ethical dimensions of the coffee supply chain.
6. Discuss the transformation of coffee culture in the digital age.
7. Analyze the impact of coffee on lifestyle and identity.
8. Critically assess the role of coffee in cultural globalization.
9. Explore the historical evolution of coffee as a commodity.
10. Analyze the influence of coffee on global gastronomy.