ESL Conversation Questions – Ecology ♻️
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A2 Level (Elementary)
- What is ecology?
- Can you name different types of plants and animals in a forest?
- What is a food chain?
- How does the sun help plants?
- What do animals need to live?
- Why is water important for life?
- What is an ecosystem?
- How do plants help animals?
- What happens when it rains?
- Can you name some animals that live in the water?
- How do animals help plants?
- What is your favorite animal and why?
- How do humans affect nature?
- What are some ways to protect the environment?
- Why is it important to recycle?
- What can you do to save water?
- Why do animals need trees?
- What happens to leaves in the fall?
- Can you think of an animal that flies?
- What do you like about nature?
B1 Level (Intermediate)
- Discuss different ecosystems and their importance.
- How do animals depend on each other for survival?
- What is biodiversity and why is it important?
- How do human activities impact the environment?
- Discuss the importance of the water cycle.
- What are renewable and non-renewable resources?
- How do plants contribute to the ecosystem?
- Discuss the role of decomposers in the ecosystem.
- What is the difference between a food chain and a food web?
- How does pollution affect ecology?
- Discuss the impact of climate change on ecosystems.
- How can we protect endangered species?
- What are the consequences of deforestation?
- How do urban areas affect the environment?
- What is sustainable living?
- How does recycling help the environment?
- What is the role of national parks in conservation?
- Discuss how agriculture affects natural habitats.
- What are the effects of overfishing?
- How can individuals contribute to environmental conservation?
B2 Level (Upper Intermediate)
- Analyze the impact of human population growth on ecosystems.
- Discuss the concept of ecological balance and its importance.
- How do invasive species affect native ecosystems?
- Evaluate the effectiveness of conservation strategies.
- Discuss the role of oceans in global ecology.
- Analyze the relationship between economic development and environmental sustainability.
- Debate the effectiveness of international environmental policies.
- Discuss the ethical implications of genetic modification on ecosystems.
- How does industrial pollution affect ecological systems?
- Evaluate the impact of ecotourism.
- Discuss the significance of wetlands in ecological balance.
- How do energy sources impact ecological systems?
- Analyze the role of education in promoting environmental awareness.
- Discuss the challenges of balancing agriculture and nature conservation.
- Evaluate the impact of climate change policies on ecosystems.
- How do urban green spaces contribute to ecological health?
- Discuss the role of technology in monitoring ecological changes.
- Analyze the effects of global warming on different ecosystems.
- Debate the role of individual action versus government regulation in environmental conservation.
- Discuss the long-term implications of habitat destruction.
C1 Level (Advanced)
- Critique the current global approaches to biodiversity conservation.
- Analyze the impact of climate change on specific ecosystems.
- Evaluate the role of international treaties in environmental protection.
- Discuss the socio-economic impacts of environmental degradation.
- Examine the intersection of ecology, technology, and innovation.
- Analyze the implications of urbanization for biodiversity.
- Evaluate the concept of ecological footprint and its relevance.
- Discuss the challenges of sustainable resource management.
- Examine the role of media in shaping public opinion on environmental issues.
- Critically assess the concept of ecosystem services and their valuation.
C2 Level (Proficiency)
- Debate the philosophical underpinnings of ecological conservation.
- Analyze the role of global politics in shaping environmental policy.
- Critically evaluate the concept of sustainable development.
- Examine the long-term effects of anthropogenic changes on global ecosystems.
- Discuss the ethical considerations in wildlife conservation.
- Analyze the relationship between ecological science and policy-making.
- Evaluate the potential of emerging technologies in ecological restoration.
- Debate the effectiveness of grassroots movements versus top-down approaches in environmental activism.
- Examine the role of cultural perspectives in understanding and addressing ecological issues.
- Critically assess the future challenges in global environmental governance.