Sample Topics

There are many conversation topics in the following link. Check it out.

http://www.teacherjoe.us/englishconversation.html

Choose any topic and start the conversation. Say for example you choose "Talk about Animals in English"

You get:
Conversation Starters
Humans are a kind of "animal". We share this world with many other animals. Use the English questions below to discuss the animal world. Start with the questions below. If you are studying by yourself, think about how you would answer these questions, using full sentences as much as possible.

1. Do you consider yourself an animal lover? 2. Are you afraid of snakes or spiders?
3. Is there a zoo near your home? How often do you go there?
4. Have you ever been to a farm? What animals can you see on a farm?
5. Is there an animal that is the symbol of your country?
6. Do you eat meat? Why are some people vegetarians who never eat meat?
7. Is there any kind of meat you would not eat? Why not?
8. Are there animal rights groups in your country? What do you think of them?

Discussion Questions
Here are more challenging questions on the topic of animals. Ask these questions to your friends and be ready to continue the conversation by asking follow up questions.

1. What do you think is the most interesting animal in the world? 2. Do you think it is acceptable to keep wild animals in a zoo? Why might some people be against zoos?
3. Do you think it is okay to test cosmetics on animals?
4. How do you feel about the use of animals for medical research?
5. What do you think of people who wear fur coats?
6. Do you think animals have "souls" (spirits)?

  Other interesting topics to talk about are:

Places

Famous Personalities

News

Popular Culture

1. Who was your favorite singer on last night’s episode of ......?
2. How did you become a .......... fan?
3. What did you think of the new.......... Movie?

Family and Friends

1. Did you enjoy growing up in .........?
2. What do you like to do with friends in your spare time?
3. Do you have to travel far to visit your siblings?

Leisure Time and Hobbies

1. How long have you been playing ..........?
2. Do you have any plans for ......... Holidays?

Shared Interests

Upcoming Events

1. Who do you think will win ........ ?
2. What are you planning for.......................this year? 

After having a good 10-15 Mins conversation, say your goodbyes and Hangup :)