ESL Conversation Questions – Ghosts

A2 Level (Elementary)

1. Do you believe in ghosts? Why or why not?
2. Have you ever heard a ghost story?
3. What do ghosts look like in stories you know?
4. Are you afraid of ghosts?
5. Do people tell ghost stories in your country?
6. Have you ever visited a haunted place?
7. What would you do if you saw a ghost?
8. Do you know any movies about ghosts?
9. What do people do on Halloween in your country?
10. Do you know any ghost legends or myths?
11. Would you like to meet a ghost?
12. What are ghosts, according to stories?
13. Have you ever felt scared at night?
14. Do ghosts wear clothes?
15. What would you ask a ghost?
16. Do you know any ghost jokes?
17. Are there famous ghost stories from your country?
18. Would you go ghost hunting?
19. What sounds do ghosts make?
20. Do ghosts come out only at night?

B1 Level (Intermediate)

1. How do ghost stories differ around the world?
2. Why do people like to tell ghost stories?
3. Can ghosts be friendly in some stories?
4. What is the scariest ghost story you know?
5. How do ghost stories reflect a culture’s beliefs?
6. What would a ghost say if it could talk?
7. How do people react to ghosts in stories?
8. What lessons can we learn from ghost stories?
9. Do you think ghost stories are important?
10. How would you write a ghost story?
11. What makes a place haunted?
12. How do ghost stories change with technology?
13. Do you think animals can see ghosts?
14. How do movies and books make ghosts seem real?
15. What time of year do people tell ghost stories in your country?
16. Can ghosts be in modern buildings?
17. What is a famous haunted house you know?
18. How would you describe a ghost to someone?
19. Can ghosts be good or bad?
20. What is your favorite ghost story?

B2 Level (Upper-Intermediate)

1. Analyze the symbolism of ghosts in literature.
2. Discuss the psychological appeal of ghost stories.
3. How do ghost stories challenge our understanding of reality?
4. What cultural values are expressed through ghost stories?
5. Compare ghost stories from different countries.
6. How do ghost stories evolve with society’s changes?
7. What is the role of ghosts in folklore and mythology?
8. Discuss the impact of ghost stories on popular culture.
9. How do ghost stories explore the concept of the afterlife?
10. What moral dilemmas are presented in ghost stories?
11. How do ghost stories address themes of loss and grief?
12. Discuss the use of ghosts as metaphors in storytelling.
13. How do ghost encounters reflect human fears and desires?
14. What is the historical context of famous ghost stories?
15. How do ghost stories shape our perception of the supernatural?
16. Discuss the role of suspense and fear in ghost stories.
17. How do different cultures depict the appearance and behavior of ghosts?
18. What are the ethical implications of ghost hunting?
19. How do ghost stories contribute to a society’s folklore?
20. Discuss the transformation of ghost stories in modern media.

C1 Level (Advanced)

1. Critically assess the role of ghost stories in cultural heritage.
2. Discuss the psychological implications of believing in ghosts.
3. Evaluate the impact of ghost stories on societal norms and behaviors.
4. Analyze the portrayal of ghosts in classic and modern literature.
5. Discuss the role of ghosts in expressing collective societal fears.
6. Evaluate the ethical considerations in ghost storytelling.
7. Analyze the influence of paranormal research on ghost narratives.
8. Discuss the significance of ghost stories in understanding death and mortality.
9. Evaluate the role of technology in shaping contemporary ghost stories.
10. Analyze the relationship between ghost stories and cultural identity.

C2 Level (Proficiency)

1. Critique the representation of ghosts in different cultural contexts.
2. Analyze the evolution of ghost narratives through historical periods.
3. Discuss the intersection of ghost stories with philosophical concepts.
4. Evaluate the impact of ghost stories on cultural and religious beliefs.
5. Analyze the role of ghosts in exploring human consciousness.
6. Discuss the influence of scientific advancements on ghost folklore.
7. Evaluate the portrayal of ghosts in various art forms.
8. Analyze the psychological and emotional impact of ghost stories.
9. Discuss the relationship between ghost stories and societal taboos.
10. Analyze the role of ghost stories in questioning existential themes.