Tuesday, August 13, 2013

English Conversation Topic 29 Talking about driving in English


Conversation Starters
 
Cars are very convenient, very expensive, and very cool! People love to get behind the wheel (the steering wheel) and hit the open road. Talk about driving in English by using the conversation starters below. If you don't have a partner, imagine what your answers to these questions would be, using complete English sentences.
1. Do you know how to drive a car? 2. Do you enjoy driving or would you rather let others drive?
3. When can young people learn to drive in your country?
4. Have you ever owned a car? What kind?
5. Do you think that you're a good driver?
6. What is the longest trip you've ever taken by car?
7. Do you know how to change a tire on your car?
8. What is the speed limit in your country?
9. Are there any strange or unique traffic laws in your country?
 
Discussion Questions
 
Here are some more challenging questions. Try to build your English speaking ability by giving longer answers to these questions.Take your time in answering and you will have great English conversations!
1. If you could afford any car in the world, what would you want to own? 2. What are the advantages and disadvantages of owning a car?
3. What are some things you must be careful about when driving a car in another country?
4. Should there be an age limit beyond which people should not be able to drive? (For example, the age of 70?)
5. Do you think there be stronger penalties for people who drink (alcohol) and then drive?


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