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20 April 2025

English Lesson (Speaking): "Talking About Drinks - Preferences, Culture, and Habits" (B1 Level)

Personal Preferences

  1. What kind of drinks do you usually enjoy during the day? Why do you choose them?
  2. How do you like your coffee or tea prepared? Can you describe your perfect cup?
  3. What do you usually drink when you want to relax or take a break?
  4. What is your favorite place to have a drink—at home, in a café, or somewhere else? Why?
  5. If you could only drink one beverage for a week, what would you choose and why?


Seasonal Drinks

  1. What drinks do you enjoy most in hot weather? What about cold weather?
  2. How do your drink choices change with the seasons?
  3. Are there any special drinks you only have during holidays or festivals in your country?
  4. Can you describe a drink that reminds you of a specific time of year?


Health Benefits

  1. What drinks do you consider healthy? Why do you think they are good for you?
  2. Have you ever changed your drinking habits for health reasons? What happened?
  3. What natural or homemade drinks do people in your country use for health or energy?
  4. In your opinion, what makes a drink healthy or unhealthy?


Guilty Pleasures

  1. What drink do you enjoy even though you know it’s not very healthy? Why do you like it?
  2. When do you usually treat yourself to something special to drink?
  3. Is there a drink you enjoy that others might find unusual or strange?


Childhood vs. Adulthood Habits

  1. What drinks did you enjoy as a child? Do you still like them now?
  2. How have your tastes in drinks changed since you were younger?
  3. Did your family have any special drink traditions when you were growing up?


Cultural Aspects

  1. What are some traditional drinks in your culture? When do people usually drink them?
  2. How do people in your culture usually serve tea or coffee to guests?
  3. Have you ever tried a drink from another culture that surprised you? What was it like?
  4. What drinks are popular in celebrations or religious events in your country?

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