Topic 132: Plastic Pollution and Environmental Issues

A1-A2 (Beginner-Elementary)

1. What is plastic pollution?

2. Why is plastic bad for the environment?

3. Do you think plastic is used in many things around you? What items are made from plastic?

4. How do you feel when you see plastic trash in nature or on the streets?

5. What do you think happens to plastic waste after we throw it away?

6. How do you usually get rid of plastic waste at home?

7. Do you think it’s important to recycle plastic? Why or why not?

8. What can people do to reduce plastic pollution?

9. Why do you think so much plastic is used in packaging?

10. Do you think people should use less plastic? Why?

11. Have you ever used reusable bags instead of plastic bags? How did it feel?

12. What can schools and communities do to help reduce plastic pollution?

13. How does plastic pollution affect animals and wildlife?

14. What happens when plastic gets into the ocean?

15. What are some easy things you can do to reduce plastic waste?

16. Do you think it’s possible to live without using plastic? Why or why not?

B1-B2 (Intermediate-Upper Intermediate)

17. How does plastic pollution affect the environment and human health?

18. What are the main sources of plastic pollution in cities?

19. How can we reduce our plastic usage in daily life?

20. Do you think banning single-use plastics (like plastic straws and bottles) is a good idea? Why or why not?

21. How does plastic pollution affect marine life and ecosystems?

22. What are the consequences of plastic pollution for future generations?

23. How can recycling programs help to reduce plastic pollution?

24. What are some alternatives to plastic packaging?

25. Why do some people find it difficult to stop using plastic in their everyday life?

26. What role do companies and businesses play in reducing plastic waste?

27. How do you feel about the idea of banning plastic products in the future?

28. What is the role of governments in managing plastic pollution and waste?

29. How can plastic pollution be tackled on a global level?

30. What are the challenges in finding alternatives to plastic in the food and beverage industry?

31. What impact does plastic pollution have on tourism and local economies?

32. How do you think people’s attitudes towards plastic and pollution can be changed?

C1-C2 (Advanced-Proficient)

33. How does plastic pollution contribute to global environmental problems like climate change and biodiversity loss?

34. What are the ethical implications of continuing to produce and consume plastic at the current rate?

35. How can companies innovate to reduce their reliance on plastic without harming the economy?

36. What role does consumer behavior play in addressing the plastic pollution crisis?

37. What is the impact of microplastics on ecosystems and food chains?

38. How can governments balance economic growth with environmental sustainability in terms of plastic usage?

39. What are some successful case studies or models from countries that have reduced plastic pollution effectively?

40. How can we create a circular economy for plastic, where materials are reused and recycled continuously?

41. What are the social and economic costs of plastic pollution for communities, especially in developing countries?

42. How can international cooperation and treaties help solve the global plastic pollution problem?

43. What innovative technologies are being developed to address plastic waste, and how effective are they?

44. How does plastic pollution affect the relationship between developed and developing countries in terms of responsibility and solutions?

45. What do you think about the role of consumer responsibility vs. corporate responsibility in solving the plastic pollution problem?

46. How can education and public awareness campaigns influence behavior and reduce plastic pollution?

47. What are the long-term ecological consequences if we do not address plastic pollution?

48. What can be done to encourage industries to develop biodegradable or eco-friendly alternatives to plastic?