ESL Questions Prices
Prices
Money and value. These questions explore the cost of living, shopping habits, how to ask for a discount, and the psychology of spending.
Beginner
How much does a cup of coffee cost in your city?
Can you name something that is very cheap?
Is it better to pay with cash or a card?
Do you like to look at the price tag before you buy clothes?
How do you say 'expensive' in your language?
Why do some things cost more on the weekend?
Are you a fan of finding a big sale at the mall?
Can you find a dollar or euro sign in a shop?
Is it fun to go window shopping for things you cannot afford?
What is the most expensive thing in your bag right now?
Do you like to compare prices in two different stores?
Is it okay to ask for a lower price at a market?
Can you name a fruit that has a high price in winter?
Do you want to win a prize worth one thousand dollars?
Are you happy when you get a small discount?
What is the price of a bus ticket today?
Do you like to save money for a rainy day?
Can you name a luxury brand that costs a lot?
How many coins do you have in your pocket?
Is it better to buy one good thing or many cheap things?
Do you know how to read a receipt?
Which shop has the best prices for food?
Can you name a service that is usually free?
Do you want to see a menu with no prices?
Are you excited when you find money on the ground?
Intermediate
How would you react if the price of bread doubled overnight?
What would you do if a waiter charged you the wrong price for dinner?
Is it better to live in an expensive city with high wages or a cheap city with low wages?
How do you decide if a product is actually 'worth the money'?
Why do some companies use prices like $9.99 instead of $10.00?
Have you ever tried to haggle for a better price in a foreign country?
Do you think that 'The Cost of Living' is too high for young people today?
How do you feel when you see a 'hidden fee' added to your bill?
Is it a good idea to always buy the generic brand to save money?
What is the best bargain you have ever found in your life?
Should we prioritize 'fair trade prices' even if they are more expensive?
How often do you track your monthly spending on an app?
Why is 'Inflation' a common topic in the news lately?
Is it difficult to save money when everything is so tempting to buy?
How do you feel about paying a high price for a ticket to see your favorite band?
Do you prefer to buy used items (second-hand) to get a lower price?
What is the best way to handle a situation where you forgot your wallet?
How do you handle a situation where a shop assistant is being pushy?
Should every student learn how to manage a personal budget?
What is the role of 'the tax' in the final price of a product?
How do you feel when you see the price of gasoline go up?
Is it possible for a 'free' service to actually be very expensive?
Why do we use the word 'overpriced' for things we don't like?
What is one thing you would buy if the price was not an issue?
How do you feel when you receive a very expensive gift?
Advanced
Is 'Price' a reflection of the actual value of a product or just a result of marketing?
How does 'The Law of Supply and Demand' dictate the price of housing?
Should we move toward 'Universal Basic Pricing' for essential items like water and medicine?
Is 'Consumerism' driven by the desire for status or the desire for utility?
How does 'The Psychology of Luxury' change the way we perceive quality?
Should we prioritize 'Transparency' in how corporations set their profit margins?
How do 'Currency Fluctuations' impact the price of imported goods?
Is 'Dynamic Pricing' (like Uber surge) a fair way to manage a busy market?
How does 'The feeling of buyer's remorse' relate to impulsive spending?
Should we regulate 'the price of rent' in every major global city?
How does 'The history of bartering' compare to our modern digital economy?
Is 'Value' a subjective experience that changes with our mood?
How do 'Different Tax Systems' impact the final price a consumer pays?
Should we encourage 'Subscription Models' for everything we use?
How does 'The increase in automation' impact the price of manufacturing?
Is 'Greed' the primary driver of high prices in the pharmaceutical industry?
How do 'Psychological Anchors' (seeing a high price first) influence our choices?
Should we use 'AI' to automatically find the lowest price for every purchase?
How does 'The feeling of scarcity' make us willing to pay more?
Is 'A Discount' a real saving or just a tactic to make us spend more?
How do 'Economic Sanctions' impact the prices of everyday goods in a country?
Should we allow 'cashless businesses' to charge a convenience fee?
How does 'the physical weight' of money (coins vs digital) change how we spend?
Is 'Economic Equality' possible without price controls on essentials?
What will 'Prices' look like in a future where money is entirely digital and programmable?