Conversation Questions Related to Zoos

Conversation Questions Related to Zoos

Conversation Questions Related to Zoos

Personal Experience

1. Have you ever been to a zoo? What was it like?

2. What animals do you remember seeing at the zoo?

3. Do you enjoy visiting zoos? Why or why not?

4. What is your favourite animal to see at the zoo?

5. When was the last time you went to a zoo?

6. What’s the best zoo you’ve ever visited?

7. Did you learn anything new during your visit to the zoo?

Animals in Zoos

8. Do you think animals in zoos are happy? Why or why not?

9. Should dangerous animals be kept in zoos?

10. What are the pros and cons of keeping wild animals in captivity?

11. Do you think animals should live in their natural habitats instead?

12. How do zoos take care of the animals?

13. Should zoos allow people to feed or touch animals?

14. Are zoos a safe place for endangered animals?

Conversation Questions Related to Zoos

Ethical Questions

15. Is it ethical to keep animals in zoos? Why or why not?

16. What’s the difference between a zoo and a wildlife sanctuary?

17. Should animals be used for entertainment in zoos (e.g., shows, performances)?

18. How can zoos balance animal welfare with visitor experience?

19. Do you think zoos should be banned? Why or why not?

20. What would happen to some species if zoos didn’t exist?

Education & Conservation

21. How do zoos help people learn about animals?

22. Do you think zoos help people care more about wildlife?

23. What role do zoos play in protecting endangered species?

24. Should schools organise trips to the zoo for children?

25. Can zoos raise awareness about environmental issues?

26. How do zoos help with scientific research?

Conversation Questions Related to Zoos

Zoo Conditions

27. What do you think makes a good zoo?

28. How should animals’ habitats be designed in modern zoos?

29. What happens if animals don’t have enough space in a zoo?

30. What are the signs that an animal is not happy in a zoo?

31. Should zoos be allowed to breed animals in captivity?

32. How do zoos handle sick or old animals?

Zoo Alternatives

33. Have you ever visited an aquarium or safari park instead of a zoo?

34. What are the differences between zoos and animal parks?

35. Would you prefer to see animals in the wild instead of a zoo?

36. Do you think virtual reality could replace real-life zoos in the future?

37. What are some alternatives to traditional zoos for educating people?

Conversation Questions Related to Zoos

Opinions & Future

38. Should zoos be free or charge admission? Why?

39. What changes would you make to zoos if you could?

40. How can zoos improve the way they care for animals?

41. Will zoos still exist in the future? Why or why not?

42. Should people be allowed to keep wild animals as pets?

43. Are children more interested in zoos than adults?

44. What message should zoos try to share with visitors?

45. If you were an animal, would you prefer to live in the wild or in a zoo?

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