Topic 143: Racism and Discrimination

A1-A2 (Beginner-Elementary)

1. What is racism?

2. Why is discrimination wrong?

3. Can you think of an example of racism you have seen or heard about?

4. How do you feel when you see someone being treated unfairly because of their race?

5. What does it mean to treat someone equally?

6. Why do people sometimes judge others based on their race or color?

7. What can we do to stop racism in our communities?

8. How do you think discrimination makes people feel?

9. What are some ways to show kindness to people who are different from you?

10. Do you think it is important to respect people from all cultures? Why?

11. How can we create a more equal world for everyone?

12. What can we learn from people who are treated unfairly because of their race?

13. Why do some people feel uncomfortable around others who are different from them?

14. How do you think racism affects people’s opportunities in life?

15. What are some ways that people can support each other in the fight against racism?

16. Why is it important to teach children about racism and discrimination?

B1-B2 (Intermediate-Upper Intermediate)

17. How does racism affect different communities and cultures?

18. What are the main causes of racism and discrimination in society?

19. Why do some people discriminate against others because of their race or nationality?

20. How do you think media and social media contribute to racism or fight against it?

21. What is the difference between prejudice and racism?

22. How do schools and workplaces deal with racism and discrimination?

23. What role does education play in reducing racism and discrimination?

24. How can we create a society where everyone is treated equally?

25. What are some examples of laws or actions that can help reduce racism?

26. Do you think people can change their views on race and discrimination? How?

27. How can we support individuals who experience racism or discrimination in their daily lives?

28. What do you think about the idea of affirmative action to promote equality?

29. How do people’s personal experiences shape their views on racism and discrimination?

30. What impact does racism have on a person’s self-esteem and mental health?

31. How do we teach young people about racism and how to respect others?

32. What are some challenges to creating an inclusive and non-discriminatory society?

C1-C2 (Advanced-Proficient)

33. How does systemic racism affect institutions such as the police, education, and healthcare?

34. What are the long-term social and economic consequences of racism for marginalized communities?

35. How can individuals and communities work together to dismantle institutional racism?

36. What role does privilege play in the persistence of racial discrimination?

37. How does intersectionality help us understand the complexity of racism and discrimination?

38. How can we balance freedom of speech with the need to combat racist speech and hate speech?

39. What are the psychological effects of racism on both victims and perpetrators?

40. What can be done to promote diversity and inclusion in both public and private sectors?

41. How do international human rights frameworks address racism and discrimination on a global scale?

42. How do historical events like colonialism and slavery continue to affect racial relations today?

43. What role do cultural exchange and global education play in reducing racial tensions?

44. How do public policies aimed at reducing racial discrimination impact social equality?

45. What are the challenges in implementing anti-racism policies in diverse, multicultural societies?

46. How can social movements and grassroots organizations effectively challenge racial discrimination?

47. What is the role of the media in shaping public perceptions of race and combating racism?

48. How do we ensure that the fight against racism is sustained over time and not just a short-term movement?