Fun choices that get everyone talking and explaining why. 20 questions from A2 to C1, with follow-ups and role plays. Answer out loud in full sentences.
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A2Elementary
Would you rather live by the sea or in the mountains?Then: Why?
Would you rather eat only sweet food or only salty food for a week?Then: Why would you choose that?
Would you rather travel by train or by plane?Then: Why is that better for you?
Would you rather cook dinner every day or wash the dishes every day?Then: Why?
Would you rather speak every language in the world or play every musical instrument?Then: Why?
B1Intermediate
Would you rather have a job you love with a low salary or a boring job that pays very well?Then: Why, and what would be hardest about your choice?
Would you rather know what will happen tomorrow or be able to change one thing from yesterday?Then: Why?
Would you rather live without your phone or without music for a month?Then: Why, and how would you cope?
Would you rather spend a year traveling the world or a year learning a new skill at home?Then: Why?
Would you rather always be ten minutes early or always be ten minutes late?Then: Why?
B2Upper intermediate
Would you rather live in a world without the internet or a world without airplanes?Then: Why, and what would change most in your daily life?
Would you rather have lived a hundred years ago or be born a hundred years from now?Then: Why?
Would you rather be famous for something silly or unknown for something truly important?Then: Why?
Would you rather have a perfect memory or be able to forget anything you wanted?Then: Why, and are there risks to your choice?
Would you rather work with someone brilliant but difficult or someone average but easy to get along with?Then: Why?
C1Advanced
Would you rather live in a society with complete privacy but less security, or complete security but no privacy?Then: Why, and is there a middle ground you’d accept?
Would you rather be outstanding at one thing or reasonably good at many things, given how quickly the world is changing?Then: Why?
Would you rather know the full truth about everything, even when it hurts, or live comfortably with a few illusions?Then: Why, and what might you lose either way?
Would you rather be remembered by many people for a short time or by a few people for a very long time?Then: Why, and what does that say about what matters to you?
Would you rather be able to read people’s minds or make everyone always tell you the truth?Then: Why, and what problems might come with that power?
Role plays
Work with a partner or a tutor. Read the situation together, then each person opens only their own card. Use the phrases to help you.
A2 Elementary
Picking a weekend trip
You and a friend have a free weekend and a small budget. You must choose between a day at the beach and a weekend in a big city.
Card A: Friend A
You’d rather go to the beach because it’s cheaper and more relaxing. Give two reasons, ask about your friend’s ideas, and try to agree.
Card B: Friend B
You’d rather go to the city because there’s a concert and a museum you want to see. Give two reasons, then find a plan you both like.
Useful phrases
I’d rather… because…
What about…?
It’s cheaper than…
That sounds fun, but…
OK, let’s…
B2 Upper intermediate
Choosing between two apartments
You and a friend plan to rent an apartment together. One option is large and quiet but far from downtown, and the other is small but right in the center, and you must decide today.
Card A: Friend A
You’d rather have space and quiet, even with a long trip into town. Explain what matters most to you and respond to your friend’s arguments.
Card B: Friend B
You’d rather live centrally, even in a small space, because you go out a lot and hate long trips. Weigh the costs and benefits, then reach a decision together.