Оксана Иванова
1000 questions to discuss: Grammar

How often do you …?

1. How often do you go for a walk in the park?

2. How often do you eat breakfast before leaving home?

3. How often do you talk to your parents on the phone?

4. How often do you watch movies in English?

5. How often do you cook a meal from scratch?

6. How often do you read a book for pleasure?

7. How often do you buy something online?

8. How often do you exercise or do a workout?

9. How often do you listen to podcasts?

10. How often do you clean your room or apartment?

11. How often do you meet friends for coffee?

12. How often do you check your social media accounts?

13. How often do you practice a foreign language?

14. How often do you go to the cinema?

15. How often do you feel stressed during the week?

16. How often do you try a new recipe?

17. How often do you help a stranger or neighbour?

18. How often do you go to a museum or art gallery?

19. How often do you write in a journal or diary?

20. How often do you take photos when you go out?

21. How often do you change your mind about important decisions?

22. How often do you go to bed before midnight?

23. How often do you skip breakfast?

24. How often do you have arguments with close friends?

25. How often do you eat sweets or dessert?

26. How often do you buy presents for other people?

27. How often do you go to the dentist or doctor for a check-up?

28. How often do you check the news?

29. How often do you plan your week in advance?

30. How often do you arrive early for appointments?

31. How often do you practice mindfulness or meditation?

32. How often do you use public transport instead of a car?

33. How often do you go swimming?

34. How often do you call a friend just to say hello?

35. How often do you play board games or do puzzles?

36. How often do you sing or dance at home?

37. How often do you forget where you put something important?

38. How often do you spend a whole day without your phone?

39. How often do you donate money or items to charity?

40. How often do you learn from your mistakes and change habits?

Do you ever …?

41. Do you ever cook a meal you have never tried before?

42. Do you ever forget someone's name right after meeting them?

43. Do you ever sing along to songs loudly in the car?

44. Do you ever stay up late watching movies or series?

45. Do you ever try foods from different countries?

46. Do you ever buy something just because it was on sale?

47. Do you ever tell a small lie to avoid an awkward situation?

48. Do you ever go for a walk when you feel stressed?

49. Do you ever give compliments to strangers?

50. Do you ever change your plans at the last minute?

51. Do you ever write a list of goals for the year?

52. Do you ever take photos of ordinary things because they look nice?

53. Do you ever read the same book more than once?

54. Do you ever practice a language by speaking to yourself?

55. Do you ever help a neighbour without being asked?

56. Do you ever get lost in a new city and enjoy it?

57. Do you ever wake up and remember a strange dream?

58. Do you ever talk to your pet as if it understands?

59. Do you ever go to bed earlier than planned?

60. Do you ever plan a surprise for a friend or family member?

61. Do you ever skip breakfast because you are in a hurry?

62. Do you ever volunteer for events or charity work?

63. Do you ever wear something you thought you would never wear?

64. Do you ever forget to reply to an important message?

65. Do you ever watch documentaries to learn about new topics?

66. Do you ever feel proud of a small everyday achievement?

67. Do you ever take public transport without checking the schedule?

68. Do you ever lend money to friends or family?

69. Do you ever skip social media for a whole day?

70. Do you ever plan a trip just for one day?

71. Do you ever get emotional while watching a film or reading a book?

72. Do you ever join a class or club to meet new people?

73. Do you ever feel embarrassed about something from your past?

74. Do you ever give advice even when you are not asked?

75. Do you ever follow a recipe exactly or improvise?

76. Do you ever buy gifts for yourself as a reward?

77. Do you ever clean your house because a guest is coming?

78. Do you ever avoid a place because it reminds you of something?

79. Do you ever listen to music to change your mood?

80. Do you ever keep old items for sentimental reasons?

81. Do you ever set a personal challenge for a month (for example: no sugar)?

What time …?

82. What time do you usually wake up on weekdays?

83. What time do you finish work or school most days?

84. What time do you normally have breakfast, lunch and dinner?

85. What time do you go to bed on weekends?

86. What time do you leave the house in the morning?

87. What time do you start studying or doing homework?

88. What time do you arrive home after work or classes?

89. What time do you usually call your family or friends?

90. What time do you go for a walk or do your exercise?

91. What time do you check your emails or messages in the morning?

92. What time do you usually meet friends for coffee or a meal?

93. What time do you take a break during the day?

94. What time do you relax and watch TV or read in the evening?

95. What time do you prefer to go grocery shopping?

96. What time of day do you think is best to study a language?

97. What time do you often feel hungry between meals?

98. What time do you switch off your phone or stop working at night?

99. What time of day do you feel most productive and why?

When did you .... last?

Daily routine & free time

100. When did you wake up early last?

101. When did you go to bed before 10 p.m. last?

102. When did you cook dinner for yourself last?

103. When did you clean your room or house last?

104. When did you meet a friend for coffee last?

105. When did you talk to your parents last?

106. When did you exercise or go to the gym last?

107. When did you read a book for pleasure last?

108. When did you take a long walk last?

109. When did you buy groceries last?

Travel & leisure

110. When did you travel to a new city last?

111. When did you go to the cinema last?

112. When did you watch a live concert or show last?

113. When did you visit a museum or gallery last?

114. When did you go to the beach or a lake last?

115. When did you take a weekend trip last?

116. When did you try a new hobby or sport last?

117. When did you meet someone from another country last?

118. When did you climb a hill or mountain last?

119. When did you go camping or stay in nature last?

Food & shopping

120. When did you try a new restaurant last?

121. When did you bake something at home last?

122. When did you taste a food from another country last?

123. When did you buy clothes online last?

124. When did you cook for other people last?

125. When did you order food delivery last?

126. When did you grow or buy fresh herbs last?

127. When did you go to a farmers’ market last?

128. When did you buy a gift for someone last?

129. When did you taste a very spicy dish last?

Emotions, health & habits

130. When did you feel very proud of yourself last?

131. When did you laugh until you cried last?

132. When did you feel nervous before an event last?

133. When did you visit a doctor or dentist for a check-up last?

134. When did you forget something important last?

135. When did you do a digital detox (no phone) last?

136. When did you sleep in and feel refreshed last?

137. When did you break a bad habit last?

138. When did you help someone who needed support last?

Work, study & technology

139. When did you finish a big project at work or school last?

140. When did you study for an exam last?

141. When did you learn a new word in English last?

142. When did you use a new app or piece of technology last?

143. When did you work late last?

144. When did you change your mind about a career or study plan last?

145. When did you give a presentation or speak in public last?

146. When did you have an interesting conversation with a colleague or classmate last?

147. When did you save money or plan your budget last?

148. When did you solve a difficult problem by yourself last?

Have you ever …?

149. Have you ever been to another country?

150. Have you ever tried food from a different culture?

151. Have you ever missed an important flight?

152. Have you ever learned a song in a foreign language?

153. Have you ever stayed awake all night?

154. Have you ever slept outdoors (camping or under the stars)?

155. Have you ever helped a stranger on the street?

156. Have you ever broken a bone or hurt yourself seriously?

157. Have you ever taken a spontaneous trip without planning?

158. Have you ever cooked a full meal for guests?

159. Have you ever met someone famous?

159. Have you ever ridden a horse?

160. Have you ever taken part in a performance (play, concert)?

161. Have you ever failed a test but later passed it?

162. Have you ever taught someone a new skill?

163. Have you ever changed your career or study plan?

164. Have you ever moved to a different city?

165. Have you ever tried a very spicy dish?

166. Have you ever learned to drive a car?

167. Have you ever sent a message to the wrong person?

168. Have you ever taken photographs for a special project?

169. Have you ever volunteered for charity or community work?

170. Have you ever been on a train overnight?

171. Have you ever done a digital detox (no phone/internet for a day)?

172. Have you ever forgotten an important appointment?

173. Have you ever been surprised by a party or celebration?

174. Have you ever tried to learn a new language by yourself?

175. Have you ever climbed a hill or mountain?

176. Have you ever given a presentation in front of many people?

177. Have you ever grown plants or vegetables at home?

178. Have you ever won a competition or prize?

179. Have you ever taken part in a sports competition?

180. Have you ever made a big change to your daily routine?

181. Have you ever lived with a family from another culture?

182. Have you ever been to a music festival?

183. Have you ever repaired something important by yourself?

184. Have you ever tried working from a café or library?

185. Have you ever changed your mind after meeting someone new?

186. Have you ever spent a whole day doing only one hobby?

187. Have you ever discovered a new favourite place in your city?

188. Have you ever taken a class just for fun (art, dance, cooking)?

189. Have you ever planned a surprise for someone?

190. Have you ever been lost in a new place and asked for help?

191. Have you ever saved money for a special purchase?

192. Have you ever learned something useful from a mistake?

193. Have you ever tried a job for only one day?

193. Have you ever visited a museum that changed your opinion about something?

193. Have you ever made a new friend while travelling?

What will you do if …?

Everyday life

194. What will you do if you wake up late for work?

195. What will you do if your phone battery dies when you need it?

196. What will you do if you forget to buy something important at the shop?

197. What will you do if you spill coffee on your clothes before a meeting?

198. What will you do if your plans with friends are cancelled?

199. What will you do if you can't sleep one night?

200. What will you do if it starts raining while you're outside without an umbrella?

201. What will you do if you run out of money at the end of the month?

202. What will you do if you lose your house keys?

203. What will you do if your internet connection is very slow?

Travel & free time

204. What will you do if your flight is delayed for several hours?

205. What will you do if you miss the last train home?

206. What will you do if you get lost in a new city?

207. What will you do if the hotel doesn't have your reservation?

208. What will you do if you find a lovely café but it's full?

209. What will you do if you lose your passport while travelling?

210. What will you do if the weather is bad on your holiday day?

211. What will you do if your favourite band cancels a concert you planned to attend?

212. What will you do if you meet someone who speaks your language abroad?

213. What will you do if you realise you booked the wrong date for a trip?

Work & study

214. What will you do if your boss gives you a difficult task with a short deadline?

215. What will you do if you fail an important exam?

216. What will you do if you forget to send an important email at work?

217. What will you do if your group project partner doesn't do their share?

218. What will you do if you are offered a job in another city?

219. What will you do if you receive negative feedback on your work?

220. What will you do if your computer crashes before you save your assignment?

221. What will you do if you get a chance to study abroad for a semester?

222. What will you do if you have too many tasks and feel stressed?

Relationships & emotions

223. What will you do if your friend says something that hurts your feelings?

224. What will you do if someone asks you to keep a secret you don’t like?

225. What will you do if you and your partner disagree about an important decision?

226. What will you do if an old friend wants to reconnect after many years?

227. What will you do if you feel jealous of someone's success?

228. What will you do if you realise you made a mistake and hurt someone?

229. What will you do if a family member needs help but you are busy?

230. What will you do if you get an unexpected message from an ex-partner?

231. What will you do if a friend asks to borrow money and you can't afford it?

232. What will you do if you feel lonely for a long time?

Emergencies & unusual situations

233. What will you do if there is a power cut at home for several hours?

234. What will you do if you see an accident on the street?

235. What will you do if you find a lost child at a shopping centre?

236. What will you do if your car breaks down on the highway?

237. What will you do if you find an animal in need on the road?

238. What will you do if a sudden storm damages your home?

239. What will you do if you get food poisoning after eating out?

240. What will you do if you receive a suspicious message asking for personal data?

241. What will you do if a fire alarm goes off in a public building?

242. What will you do if you discover a serious mistake in an important document?

Are you going to …?

Everyday plans

243. Are you going to wake up early tomorrow?

244. Are you going to cook dinner tonight?

245. Are you going to clean your room this weekend?

246. Are you going to buy groceries after work?

247. Are you going to call your parents this evening?

248. Are you going to watch a film later?

249. Are you going to relax at home on Saturday?

250. Are you going to go for a walk after lunch?

251. Are you going to try a new recipe this week?

252. Are you going to do your laundry today?

Work & study

253. Are you going to finish your homework tonight?