ESL Questions Taiwan
Taiwan
A vibrant island in East Asia. These questions explore its famous night markets, high-tech industry, beautiful mountains, and unique history.
Beginner
Do you like to eat street food from a market?
Can you name a very tall building in Taipei?
How do you say 'hello' in Mandarin?
Is it better to visit the city or the green forest?
Do you want to drink a cup of pearl milk tea?
Why is the island of Taiwan shaped like a sweet potato?
Are you a fan of seeing old temples?
Can you find Taiwan on a map of Asia?
Is it fun to ride a scooter in the street?
What is the best thing about Taiwanese culture?
Do you like to see the sunrise at Alishan?
Is it okay to visit during the rainy season?
Can you name a famous tech brand from Taiwan?
Do you want to see the Lantern Festival?
Are you happy when you see the ocean?
Intermediate
What would you do if you had only 24 hours to explore the city of Taipei?
How do you feel when you see the thousands of lights at a night market?
Is it better to have 'tradition' or 'innovation' as the main focus of a country?
How do you decide which flavor of Bubble Tea is the best one to try?
Why is Taiwan considered the world's leader in making computer chips?
Have you ever visited a place that has a mix of many different cultures?
Do you think that 'National Palace Museum' has the best art in the world?
How do you feel about the 'cycling' culture and the bike paths around the island?
Is it a good idea to live in a place that has earthquakes quite often?
What is the most interesting thing you know about the history of Taiwan?
Should we protect the 'Formosan Black Bear' as a symbol of the island?
How often do you see products with a 'Made in Taiwan' label in your house?
Why is the 'Taipei 101' building designed to look like a stalk of bamboo?
Is it difficult to learn the traditional Chinese characters used in Taiwan?
How do you feel about the 'Garbage Truck' music that plays in the evening?
Do you prefer a busy city like Kaohsiung or a quiet park like Taroko Gorge?
What is the best way to handle a situation where you are lost in a market?
How do you handle a situation where the humidity is very high and hot?
Should every visitor try the 'Stinky Tofu' at least once in their life?
What is the role of 'convenience stores' (7-Eleven) in daily Taiwanese life?
How do you feel when you see the colorful decorations of a Taoist temple?
Is it possible for a small island to have a huge impact on the world?
Why do we use the word 'Formosa' to describe the beauty of the island?
What is one Taiwanese dish you would love to learn how to cook at home?
How do you feel when you finally reach the top of Elephant Mountain?
Advanced
Is 'Taiwan' the most critical point in the global semiconductor supply chain?
How does 'The Silicon Shield' theory explain the island's geopolitical safety?
Should we move toward 'more international recognition' for Taiwan in 2026?
Is 'The 1992 Consensus' still a relevant framework for cross-strait relations?
How does 'Digital Democracy' (Audrey Tang) change the way people vote?
Should we prioritize 'indigenous rights' for the original tribes of Taiwan?
How do 'tectonic plates' make Taiwan one of the most active zones on Earth?
Is 'The New Southbound Policy' the best way to diversify Taiwan's economy?
How does 'Transitional Justice' help the society move past its historical trauma?
Should we regulate 'the housing market' in Taipei to make it more affordable?
How does 'The Sunflower Movement' impact the current political landscape?
Is 'Universal Healthcare' in Taiwan a model that other nations should copy?
How do 'microchips' (TSMC) act as a strategic asset for global technology?
Should we encourage 'bilingualism' (English/Mandarin) in all public schools?
How does 'The 2-28 Incident' history shape the identity of modern citizens?
Is 'Taiwanese identity' distinct from a broader 'Chinese' cultural identity?
How do 'offshore wind farms' help Taiwan reach its net-zero goals by 2050?
Should we use 'Smart City' tech to manage the traffic in the capital city?
How does 'the high-speed rail' (HSR) connect the north and south effectively?
Is 'The National Health Insurance' system sustainable with an aging population?
How do 'geopolitical tensions' impact the daily life and mental health of people?
Should we allow 'AI' to manage the disaster response during typhoon season?
How does 'soft power' (movies/music) help Taiwan build its global image?
Is 'democracy' the most important value for the people living on the island?
What will 'Taiwan' look like in a future with fully automated tech industries?