Conversation Questions – Consumerism

Conversation Questions – Consumerism

This resource helps students explore spending habits, advertising, sustainability, and globalisation while practising real-life communication skills. The prompts allow learners to reflect on their role as consumers and discuss attitudes toward materialism.

What’s included
• 13 pages of consumerism discussion questions
• Colour version and printer-friendly black-and-white version
• Wide range of topics including online shopping, sustainability, social media influence, impulsive buying, minimalism, and ethical consumption

How to use in class
• Copy and cut the question slips for small-group speaking
• Create Question Rings for reusable speaking activities
• Use for warm-ups, economic or environmental CLIL lessons, debate topics, and oral exam practice
• Perfect for fast finishers and weekly speaking slots

Skills developed
• Speaking fluency
• Evaluating opinions and consumer behaviour
• Argumentation and problem-solving
• Real-world language use and critical reflection
• Interaction strategies and justification techniques