Conversation Questions Related to Culture

Conversation Questions Related to Culture

Conversation Questions Related to Culture

Understanding Culture

1. What does the word “culture” mean to you?

2. How would you describe the culture of your country?

3. What are some things that are considered polite in your culture?

4. What is considered rude or inappropriate in your culture?

5. How do people greet each other in your country?

6. What is traditional clothing in your country? Do people still wear it?

7. What is the most important holiday in your culture?

8. What role does food play in your culture?

Arts, Music & Language

9. What kind of music is popular in your country?

10. Are there any traditional dances in your culture?

11. What are some famous writers, artists or musicians from your country?

12. Do people in your country enjoy going to the theatre or concerts?

13. Are there any unique expressions or idioms in your language that reflect your culture?

14. How important is learning English (or other languages) in your culture?

15. Are there regional dialects or accents in your country?

Traditions and Daily Life

16. What are typical family roles in your culture?

17. What is a traditional breakfast, lunch, or dinner in your country?

18. Are meals in your country usually eaten together or alone?

19. Do people typically take their shoes off when they enter the house?

20. What time do people usually eat meals in your culture?

21. Is it common to give gifts in your culture? On what occasions?

Conversation Questions Related to Culture

Cultural Differences and Travel

22. Have you ever experienced culture shock?

23. What do you find strange or interesting about other cultures?

24. What culture would you most like to experience and why?

25. Do you enjoy trying food from other countries?

26. How do people in your country view foreigners?

27. What cultural habits or behaviours confuse you?

Attitudes, Beliefs & Identity

28. How does your culture view time and punctuality?

29. Is your culture more individualistic or family-oriented?

30. What values are most important in your culture?

31. How is success usually measured in your culture?

32. How do people in your culture show respect?

33. What role does religion or spirituality play in your culture?

Celebrations and Customs

34. What are some popular festivals or celebrations in your country?

35. How do people celebrate weddings or birthdays in your culture?

36. Are there any unusual or funny traditions in your country?

37. Do you celebrate international holidays, like Valentine’s Day or Halloween?

38. How do people usually celebrate the New Year?

Conversation Questions Related to Culture

Reflection and Opinion

39. What do you like most about your culture?

40. What would you change about your culture, if anything?

41. What do you think other people misunderstand about your culture?

42. Should cultural traditions always be preserved, even if they seem outdated?

43. Is globalisation a threat to traditional cultures?

44. How can people from different cultures learn to understand each other better?

45. Do you think cultural differences make the world more interesting?

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