Table of Contents
A2 Level (Elementary)
- What sounds do you hear in your city?
- Do you like listening to music? What kind?
- Is it noisy where you live?
- What sounds do you hear at night?
- Do you hear birds in the morning?
- What is the loudest sound you know?
- Do you like quiet places?
- Have you ever worn earplugs?
- What noises do cars make?
- Can you hear airplanes where you live?
- Do you like the sound of rain?
- What sounds do you hear at school or work?
- Do you hear dogs barking in your neighborhood?
- How do you feel about loud music?
- What sounds make you happy?
- Are there any sounds that scare you?
- What is your favorite animal sound?
- Do you play a musical instrument?
- How do you ask someone to be quiet in your language?
- What sounds help you sleep?
B1 Level (Intermediate)
- How does noise pollution affect people?
- What are some common noises in a city?
- Do you think noise affects your health?
- How can we reduce noise in our homes?
- What’s the difference between sound and noise?
- Have you ever complained about noise?
- How do you feel about children playing loudly?
- What are some quiet places you like?
- Do you use headphones to block out noise?
- How do construction sounds affect you?
- What are your thoughts on loud neighbors?
- How does traffic noise impact city life?
- Do you prefer natural sounds or city sounds?
- How do you deal with noisy environments?
- What sounds do you find relaxing?
- How important is silence for you?
- What’s the noisiest place you’ve been to?
- Do you think schools should be quiet?
- How does noise affect animals?
- What are your favorite sounds in nature?
B2 Level (Upper-Intermediate)
- Discuss the impact of noise on mental health.
- How does noise pollution compare to other types of pollution?
- Analyze the effects of urban noise on lifestyle.
- Discuss the role of sound in cultural experiences.
- How can cities manage noise levels effectively?
- Evaluate the importance of quiet zones in urban areas.
- Discuss the relationship between noise and stress.
- Analyze how noise influences sleep quality.
- Discuss the concept of soundscapes.
- How do different societies view noise?
- Evaluate the effectiveness of noise-cancelling technology.
- Discuss the impact of noise on learning and concentration.
- How does workplace noise affect productivity?
- Discuss the balance between entertainment and noise control.
- How do cultural norms influence perceptions of noise?
- Evaluate the role of legislation in controlling noise pollution.
- Discuss the challenges of living near airports or train stations.
- How do advancements in transportation affect noise levels?
- Discuss the impact of noise on wildlife in urban areas.
- Analyze the future of noise management in growing cities.
C1 Level (Advanced)
- Critically analyze the socio-economic aspects of noise pollution.
- Discuss the psychological effects of constant noise exposure.
- Evaluate the impact of noise on public health policies.
- Analyze the role of urban planning in noise reduction.
- Discuss the ethical considerations of noise control.
- Evaluate how technology contributes to and solves noise pollution.
- Analyze the historical changes in noise levels in urban areas.
- Discuss the intersection of noise pollution and environmental justice.
- Evaluate the global differences in noise regulation.
- Discuss the implications of noise for future urban design.
C2 Level (Proficiency)
- Critique the concept of soundscapes in urban planning.
- Analyze the philosophical aspects of silence and noise.
- Discuss the long-term impacts of noise on societal development.
- Evaluate the role of noise in shaping human behavior.
- Critically assess the relationship between technology and urban noise.
- Debate the balance between urban development and noise control.
- Analyze the cultural significance of noise in different societies.
- Discuss the implications of noise on human evolution.
- Critique the effectiveness of international noise policies.
- Analyze the role of noise in contemporary art and media.
