Topics for discussion and essays:

Do you agree with the saying All men are as stubborn as sheep?

Do you think that opposites attract? (Somebody simple-hearted and cheerful will make a good match for someone serious, calm, deeply intelligent or that someone stingy will get along well with a generous person).

What are the traits of an ideal wife/husband? Do you think it's good to live with an ideal?

What are your best friend's most engaging traits?

What makes a student popular with others?

What makes a student unpopular with others?

What traits of character in your opinion do students appreciate in a teacher?

Do you think the appearance is important when you want to get a job? Why?

In what jobs do you think the appearance is essential? Why?

Do you think that the saying "A beauty lives an easier life" is correct? Prove your point.

What is your ideal of male/female beauty?

What do you think is more important: beauty or character? ,

Name 10 likes and dislikes in a person's appearance.

Topics for Oral Compositions

Describe your mother/father.

You don't like your neighbour/manager/doctor. Say why.

You met a wonderful man on the train. Tell about him.

You want to introduce your friend to your younger sister. Try to persuade him he'll like her.

You have never met your uncle before. Your father tells you about him.

You were in France. Your colleagues are eager to know your opinion of French women.

You are a fan of ... a popular singer. Tell about him/her.

Tell about your pet's (cat, dog) character.

Do you like children? In either case, explain why.

Ex  Describe the appearance of a famous actor (actress, singer, politician, etc.) without naming him (or her) so that your friend could guess who was described.