presents… …a slideshow containing 12 warm-up discussions for adult ESL classes or Business English classes.

What characteristics do you need to get to the top?

What is the best and worst thing about your job?

What role does confidence play in language learning? How can you gain confidence in your English?

Are you an avid reader? If not, why not? Which books have made a lasting impression on you? What does it take to be a good writer?

What is your main source of news? Do you find the news depressing? What headline would you like to see in 2010? Use your imagination to write a brief summary.

What are some good ways to improve your English online?

Do you appreciate art? Do you appreciate the finer things in life? Are you familiar with any renowned artists?

Will computers ever outsmart humans? Are you optimistic or pessimistic about the future? Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

1 What makes you happy? 2 What gets you excited? 3 What gets you down? 4 What makes you feel confused? 5 What do you find irritating? 6 What is something you find amazing?

What are some of the differences between spoken English and written English?

What superstitions do you know of? Are you superstitious? 12

What traits do you think are the most important to instill in our children?

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