Conversation Questions

Politics
 Did you vote in the last election?
 How old were you when you first voted?
 What is the minimum voting age in your country?
 What type of political system does your country have?
 What different types of governments are there?
 Who is the mayor of your city?
 What are the main political parties in your country?
 How do you decide how you will vote?
 Who represents you in your local and national government?
 How long is the term of elected officials in your country?
 Which party is now in power in your country?
 When were they elected?
 Who is the leader of this party?
 How has your political views changed during your lifetime?
 How can we get more people to vote?
 Is voting an important responsibility of a citizen?
 Why do you think voting is important?
 How are elections financed?
 Do you think too much money is spent on campaigns?
 How can campaigns be better organized?
 How could elections be more representative?
 What is your opinion about actors or actresses who run for a position in politics?
 Would you vote for an actor or actress who runs for a government office? Why or
why not?
 Should voting be compulsory?
 What is your opinion about actors or actresses who run for a position in politics?
 Would you vote for an actor or actress who campaigns for a government position?
Why or why not?
 What type of political system governs in your country?
 What are some different types of governments?
 What are the main political parties in the country where you live?
 What politicians represent you in local and national government?
 Can you name the President of the United States?
 Which party is in power at the moment in your country?
o When were they elected?
o Who is the leader of this party?
o Do you agree with most of their policies?
 Have your political views changed much during your lifetime?
 What are the benefits and drawbacks of being an EU member?
 Do you think that every future politician should be vetted for security reasons?
 Who is the most controversial politician in your country?