ESL Conversation Questions – X-men 🦸‍♂️

A2 Level (Elementary)

1. What are superheroes?
2. Can you name some powers that superheroes might have?
3. Why do people like superhero stories?
4. Do you have a favorite superhero? Why?
5. What do superheroes wear?
6. Where do superheroes live?
7. How do superheroes help people?
8. Can superheroes fly?
9. Are there any superhero teams you know?
10. What would you do if you were a superhero?
11. Do superheroes have friends or family?
12. How do superheroes become strong?
13. Do superheroes only work at night?
14. Can anyone be a superhero?
15. What kind of problems do superheroes solve?
16. Do superheroes go to school?
17. Why do superheroes hide their identity?
18. What is a villain?
19. How do superheroes and villains fight?
20. Can superheroes get hurt?

B1 Level (Intermediate)

1. What qualities make someone a hero?
2. How do superhero stories teach us about teamwork?
3. Why is diversity important in superhero teams?
4. How do superheroes deal with their personal problems?
5. What impact do superhero stories have on society?
6. Can superhero stories be realistic?
7. How do superheroes inspire people?
8. What role do villains play in superhero stories?
9. How do superheroes choose their names?
10. How do superhero stories explore the concept of good vs. evil?
11. What are the moral dilemmas faced by superheroes?
12. How do superheroes balance their personal life with their hero life?
13. How do superhero movies differ from comics?
14. What challenges do new superheroes face?
15. How do superheroes train to control their powers?
16. Why do some people identify with villains?
17. How do superheroes impact children’s development?
18. What would you change about your favorite superhero story?
19. How do superheroes cooperate with governments or authorities?
20. Can superheroes retire?

B2 Level (Upper-Intermediate)

1. Discuss the psychological effects of having superpowers on a person’s identity.
2. How do superhero narratives reflect societal values and issues?
3. Analyze the role of technology in superhero stories.
4. How do superhero stories address themes of justice and morality?
5. What are the ethical implications of superheroes taking the law into their own hands?
6. How do superhero stories challenge or reinforce stereotypes?
7. Discuss the evolution of superhero characters over time.
8. How do superhero stories use mythology and folklore?
9. What is the significance of secret identities in superhero narratives?
10. How do superhero stories explore themes of alienation and belonging?
11. Evaluate the representation of gender and diversity in superhero teams.
12. Discuss the impact of global crises on superhero narratives.
13. How do superhero stories address the concept of power and responsibility?
14. Analyze the portrayal of leadership within superhero teams.
15. How do crossover events in superhero stories affect character development and plot?
16. Discuss the role of anti-heroes in superhero narratives.
17. How do superhero stories explore the limits of human potential?
18. What role does the media play within superhero narratives?
19. Discuss the concept of parallel universes and time travel in superhero stories.
20. Analyze the impact of fan culture on superhero franchises.

C1 Level (Advanced)

1. Critically assess the portrayal of ethics and morality in superhero narratives.
2. Discuss the societal impact of superhero stories in promoting cultural ideals.
3. Analyze the use of symbolism and metaphor in superhero costumes and powers.
4. Evaluate the psychological complexity of characters in superhero stories.
5. Discuss the balance between escapism and realism in superhero narratives.
6. Analyze the implications of vigilantism in superhero stories on public perception of justice.
7. Explore the influence of superhero stories on modern mythology.
8. Discuss the role of narrative complexity in engaging adult audiences in superhero stories.
9. Evaluate the portrayal of trauma and recovery in superhero narratives.
10. Explore the intersection of superhero stories with other genres, such as sci-fi and fantasy.

C2 Level (Proficiency)

1. Critique the cultural and philosophical underpinnings of the superhero genre.
2. Discuss the influence of superhero stories on global pop culture and media.
3. Analyze the role of superheroes in shaping national identity and patriotism.
4. Evaluate the impact of commercialization on the storytelling and development of superhero characters.
5. Discuss the ethical considerations of creating and destroying worlds in superhero narratives.
6. Analyze the narrative techniques used to maintain long-term engagement in superhero franchises.
7. Critique the representation of power dynamics and hierarchy within superhero teams.
8. Explore the impact of intertextuality and self-referential humor in superhero narratives.
9. Discuss the role of fan theories and speculation in the evolution of superhero stories.
10. Analyze the portrayal of existential and philosophical questions in superhero narratives.