COBE questions Part A | English Teacher

COBE questions Part A (about yourself)

1.Today I would like to talk to you about your free time.

How much free time do you have?
What do you like to do in your free time?
Describe the activity that you enjoy doing.
Why do you like doing this?
What do your friends do when they have free time?
Do you think that what you do in your free time will become part of your future career? Explain your answer

2.Today I’m going to ask you about your family.

How many siblings do you have?
Are they older or younger than you?
Do you always get along with each other? Explain why and give an example.

3.Today I’m going to ask you about your school subjects.

What subjects are you studying at school?
What is your major in school, and why did you choose it?What is your favourite subject and why?
Do you think your major will help you in your future? Explain why or why not.
Would you like to work in a job that is connected to this major? Explain.
Would you recommend this major to your friends? Explain.

4.Today I’m going to ask you about famous people you like.

Which famous person do you like? Explain why.
Would you like to be this person for a day? Explain.
If you could meet this person, what would you like to do with him or her?
If you could meet this person, what would you like to learn from him or her?

5.Today I’m going to ask you about asking for advice.

Who do you usually go to for advice or help? Why?
Describe a situation in which that person helped you.
Which do you prefer - to follow someone’s advice or making your own decisions? Explain.

6.Today I’m going to ask you about holidays and celebrations.

What’s your favorite holiday or celebration? Explain why.
What do you do that is special on this day? Explain and give examples.
Which one of your holidays or celebrations would be the most interesting for tourists to see? Explain.
Is there a special food connected to this holiday or celebration that tourists should taste?

7.Today I’m going to ask you about animals and pets.

Do you think animals should be in the zoo or left in the wild? Explain.
Why do you think there are laws protecting animals? Explain.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of having a pet? Explain.
Do you think that people who have pets should be allowed to take them everywhere? Explain.

8.Today I’m going to ask you about doing homework.

Where do you usually do your homework? Why?
Do you like to do your homework with music or in a quiet place? Explain.
Some people think that there’s no point in giving students any homework. Do you agree with them? Explain.
How much homework should students get? Explain.

9.Today I’m going to ask you about using computers and cellphones.

How much time do you spend on your cellphone or on a computer a day?
What do you do on your cellphone or on a computer? Describe the activities in a few words.
Do you think teens your age spend too much time on their cellphones or computers? Explain your answer.
Do you think it’s good to spend time on your cellphone or on a computer? Explain.
Do you think computers or cellphones have a good or bad influence on teens? Explain your answers.

10.Today I’m going to ask you about something special that you own.

Describe an object that you have. Explain why it is special to you.
How would you feel without it in your life? Explain and give examples.
If you had to spend a month in a lockdown, what three things would you take with you and why?
They say that every person has a treasure. What is your treasure? Explain.

11.Today I’m going to ask you about your school day.

What does a regular day look like for you?
What do you like or dislike about your school? Explain.
If you could change something in your school, what would you change? Explain your answer.
Would you recommend your school to other students? Explain why or why not.

12.Today I’m going to ask you about social media, like facebook or instagram.

What social media do you use? Explain why.
How can social media be helpful in life? Explain.
Can social media replace face to face communication? Explain.

13.Today I’m going to talk to you about advertising.

Do you think advertisements could have negative effects? Explain.
Do you think advertising influences you? Explain.
Do you think advertising is necessary? Explain.
Do you think people buy things because of advertisements? Explain.
What type of advertisement has the most influence on people? Explain.
Do you always believe what is in advertisements? Explain.
Do you buy things because of advertisements? Explain.
What negative effects do you think advertisements could have? Explain.

14.Today I’m going to ask you about music.

How does music make you feel? Give an example.
What kind of music do you like, and / or dislike? Explain why.
Do you prefer songs in English or in your own language? Explain.
Do you think it’s important to understand what the song means? Explain.
Can you do other things while listening to music? Give an example.

15.Today I’m going to ask you about competitions and being part of a team.

Why do you think people like being part of a team?
What qualities do you have that can help a team? Explain.
Do you like taking part in competitions? Explain.
What are the benefits of taking part in competitions? Explain.

16.Today I’m going to ask you about knowing languages.

Do you think it’s important to learn English in Israel? Explain why.
Do you think knowing different languages can help you in life? Give examples and Explain.
If you were to learn a new language, would you like to learn it the same way you learned English? Explain.
In addition to learning a language in class, what else can you do to learn a language? Give examples and Explain.
What other language would you like to learn? Explain why.

17.Today I’m going to ask you about living a healthy life.

Do you think technology helps us live a healthy life? Explain.
Do you think sleeping habits help you live a healthy life? Explain.
Is it possible to live a healthy life in the modern world? Explain.
What do you think it means to live a healthy life? Explain.
What would you do differently to live a healthier life? Explain.

18.Today I’m going to ask you about cellphones.

Describe what you do on your cellphone every day.
Do you think you spend too much time on your cellphone a day? Explain.
Do you think cellphones should be allowed in school? Explain.
In which public places should people not be allowed to use their cellphones? Explain.

19.Today I’m going to ask you about your hometown.

Where do you live?
What is special about your hometown?
What is your favorite place in your hometown? Explain why.
If you could change anything in your hometown to improve it, what would it be? Explain.
Do you think your hometown is a good place for teens to live in? Explain why or why not.
If someone wanted to move to your hometown, would you recommend it? Explain why or why not.

20.Today I’m going to ask you about being famous.

Do you think being famous is a good goal in life?
Do you think being famous makes a person happy? Explain.
If you became famous, do you think you would still hang out with the same friends? Explain.
If you were famous, what do you think would happen to your privacy? Explain.
Would you like to be famous? Explain why or why not.
Would you like your best friend to be famous? Explain.

21.Today I’m going to ask you about volunteering and helping others.

Do you think it’s important to volunteer or to help others in your community? Explain why or why not it’s important to volunteer.
In what way or ways can you help? Explain.
Do you think that teens who volunteer or help others benefit in any way? Explain.
Do you think that teens should have to do some volunteering activities or should it be optional? Explain.

22.Today I’m going to ask you about a person who had an influence on your life.

Who had an influence in your life? Explain in what way.
What kind of influence would you like to have on other people. Explain.
Who would you like to influence and why? Explain.
What would you like to teach someone younger than you? Explain.

23.Today I’m going to ask you about friendship.

Do you think you’re a good friend? Why do you think so? Explain.
What could cause you to stop being someone’s friend? Explain.
What qualities make a good friend? Explain your answer.
Do you think having friends is important? Explain why or why not.
Do you find it easy or difficult to make new friends? Explain.
Do you think you’re a good friend? Why do you think so? Explain.
If your best friend became famous, how would you feel? Do you think your relationship would change? Explain.

24.Today I’m going to ask you about getting around.

Do you think public transportation in Israel is good? Explain.
In what situation is it easier to use your own car? Explain.
In what situation is it easier to use public transportation? Explain.
What are the pros and cons of driving your own car? Explain.
What are the pros and cons of using public transportation? Explain.

25.Today I’m going to ask you about an interesting event.

Describe something interesting that happened to you or to someone close to you.
Did this event influence you or them? Explain.
Describe the happiest day in your life.
Describe the saddest day in your life.

26.Today I’m going to ask you about summer vacations.

Tell me at least one thing you like about summer vacations, and one thing you don’t like about summer vacations. Give examples of each and explain why.
What is something that you like to do in your summer vacation that you haven't done yet. Explain why you’d like to do it.
If your summer vacations were shorter, how would this change your plans? Explain why.
If your summer vacations were longer, how would this change your plans? Explain why.

27.Today I’m going to ask you about games.

Do you prefer playing games alone or with others? Explain and give examples.
Do you think games are for kids or for everyone? Explain.
Do you think some games could be dangerous? Explain.
What do you think makes a good game? Explain.
What kind of games do you like to play? Explain.

28.Today I’m going to ask you about school trips.

Do you like going on school trips? Explain and give an example of a trip that you liked or didn’t like.
Where would you like to go on a school trip? Explain and give an example.
Do you think it’s important to have parents go on school trips with students? Explain.
Do you think students should have a choice of whether to go on school trips or not? Explain.
Do you think there are advantages to going on school trips to other countries? Explain.
What do you think students learn by going on school trips? Explain.
Some people think that school trips are a waste of time. Do you agree with them? Explain.
If your friend doesn’t want to go on a school trip, what would you tell him in order to convince him to go?

29.Today I’m going to ask you about your free time and hobbies.

What do you like to do in your free time? Explain and give examples.
Why do you think it’s important to have something to do in your free time? Explain.
Do you think everyone should have a hobby? Explain.
How can people benefit from having a hobby? Explain.

30.Today I’m going to ask you about visitors from other countries.

What places would you like to take them to visit? Why?
What food should they try while they’re visiting? Explain.
What advice would you give a foreigner who’s going to visit our country?
Would you recommend your city to a visitor from abroad? Why or why not?

31.Today I’m going to ask you about respect.

Do you think everyone should be respected? Explain.
Do you want people to respect you? Explain.
What makes you respect one person but not the other? Explain.
Who do you respect the most and why? Explain.
Do adults give teenagers the respect they deserve? Explain.
Do teenagers give adults the respect they deserve? Explain.

32.Today I’m going to ask you about how you get things done.

Do you prefer doing things in the morning or in the evening? Explain.
Do you prefer getting help or doing things alone? Explain.
What do you think is more important - getting it over with, or doing it perfectly? Explain.
When you have something to do, do you do it immediately or do you leave it for later? Explain.
Would you rather be in charge of your own time, or be told when to do what? Explain.

33.Today, I’m going to ask you about a day in your life.

Describe a day you’ll never forget. Why is it so unforgettable? Explain.
What was the happiest day of your life? Explain.
What was the hardest day of your life? Explain.

34.Today I’m going to ask you about your future.

What do you think you’ll do in the future, after you finish high school? Explain.
Do you think it’s important to continue studying after high school? Explain.
Tell me about a job you’d like to have in the future. Explain why.
What qualities do you have that would make someone hire you for this job? Explain.
How can your high school major help you in the future? Explain.

35.Today I’m going to ask you about teachers.

Do you think teachers can have an influence on the students’ future? Explain.
Who was the best teacher you’ve ever had? Explain and give examples.
Would you like to be a teacher? Explain.

36.Today I’m going to ask you about presents.

What is the best present you’ve ever gotten? Explain why.
Would you prefer a present someone bought for you, or made for you? Explain.
Have you ever been disappointed by a present you got? Explain.
How do you choose a present for a friend or a member of your family?
What do you like better - to give or to receive a present? Explain why.
What do you prefer - to make a present or to buy it? Explain.
How much time do you spend when you buy a present? Explain.

37.Today I’m going to ask you about studying for tests and studying at home.

Do you like to study for a test alone or with others? Explain.
In addition to studying, what else do you do to help you succeed on a test? Explain.
How has distance learning affected the way you study?
Do you think it’s better to keep your camera on during an online lesson? Explain.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of distance learning and video classes?

38.Today I'm going to ask you about seasons and different activities.

What is your favorite season? Explain.
What do you enjoy doing during the season? Explain and give two examples.
What is your favorite winter activity? Explain and give an example.
What is your favorite summer activity? Explain and give an example.
How do you spend a typical day in the winter?

39.Today I’m going to ask you about the Corona crisis.

How did you feel when the Corona crisis first started?
How did the Corona affect your everyday life? Explain and give examples.
What were some of the challenges you experienced since the Corona crisis started? Explain and give an example.
How did the Corona crisis influence your school life?

40.Today I’m going to ask you about sports.

Do you like your sports classes? Explain.
Do you think there should be more hours of sport class in your school? Explain.
What is your favorite activity in sports class? Explain why.
Do you think school sports classes can improve students’ health? Explain.

42.Today I’m going to ask you about friends who come to visit you.

How often do your friends come to visit you?
What do you like more - to visit your friends or when they come visit you?
Where would you take a friend who came to visit you? Explain.
Which one of your family celebrations would be the most interesting for your friends to see? Explain and give an example.

43.Today I’m going to ask you about someone you admire.

Who do you admire? Explain why.
Would you like to be more like this person? Explain.
If you could meet this person, what would you like to do with him or her?
If you could meet this person, what would you like to learn from him or her?

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