These 20 conversation questions about chocolate are suitable for adult English learners at B1 (intermediate) level. The questions can be used in one-to-one lessons, pair or group discussions, or set as writing homework.
For more activities on this topic, see our complete Chocolate ESL lesson plan.
- Do you like chocolate? Why or why not?
- How often do you eat chocolate? Honestly? Are you thinking of eating chocolate right now?
- What is your favourite type of chocolate? Do you prefer dark, milk or white chocolate?
- What different kinds of chocolate or chocolate desserts can you think of?
- What are the best chocolate brands in the world? Are there any famous chocolate brands from your country?
- Does any chocolate remind you of when you were a child?
- Do you like unusual chocolate flavours, such as chocolate with chilli or salt? What's the strangest chocolate you've ever tried?
- Is expensive chocolate always better than cheap chocolate? Would you rather have a little expensive chocolate or a lot of cheap chocolate?
- Why do you think chocolate is so popular around the world?
- How is chocolate made? Where does it come from?
- Does eating chocolate make you feel happier? Why do you think that is?
- How does chocolate affect your health?
- What problems might people face when they grow cocoa for chocolate? What should chocolate companies do to help them?
- Would you pay more for chocolate if you knew the cocoa farmers were paid fairly? Why or why not?
- Should governments do more to stop children eating too much chocolate? Why or why not?
- Why do supermarkets put chocolate near the checkout? Do you think it's a good idea?
- Are there any special times of the year when people traditionally eat chocolate?
- On what occasions do people give chocolate as a gift?
- Is giving someone chocolate romantic? What gifts do you think are more romantic?
- What would life be like if chocolate had never been invented?
