ESL English Conversation Questions and Answers of A Practical Skill

This collection of 20 ESL English conversation questions and answers focuses on practical skills, allowing learners to practice speaking, listening, and understanding English. The questions cover a wide range of practical skills, including what learners are strong at, what they want to acquire, and the value of practical abilities in everyday life and crises. Each question is accompanied by an example answer, which serves as a model response and encourages students to express their own experiences and perspectives. This practice not only improves vocabulary and grammar, but it also encourages lively debates about real-world applications and the importance of practical abilities. 

Question: What is one practical skill you excel at?

Answer: I am a good cook. I can prepare a wide range of foods from different cuisines.

Question: How did you learn this skill?

Answer: I learned to cook by watching my mother and using online recipes.

Question: Which practical talent do you want to learn?

Answer: I want to learn how to play guitar. I’ve always appreciated music and think it’d be fun to learn an instrument.

Question: Why do you believe that gaining practical skills is important?

Answer: Practical skills are vital since they help us manage our daily chores and may be very gratifying and fun.

Question: Have you ever attended a class to acquire a new skill? What was it?

Answer: I took a pottery lesson last year. I had a lot of fun and learnt how to manufacture many sorts of pottery.

Question: Do you believe schools should teach more practical skills? Why, or why not?

Answer: Yes, I believe schools should teach more practical skills to prepare students for real-world problems and responsibilities.

Question: What practical skill do you use most frequently in your daily life?

Answer: I use my cooking abilities the most. I cook for myself and my family every day.

Question: Can you teach someone a practical skill? What would it be?

Answer: I could show someone how to bake bread. It’s a skill I appreciate and have mastered over time.

Question: What practical talent is becoming less widespread today?

Answer: Sewing is getting less popular as people prefer to buy new clothing instead of repairing them.

Question: How can you improve a practical skill you already possess?

Answer: I can enhance my cooking skills by experimenting with different recipes and techniques, watching cooking shows, and attending advanced classes.

Question: Have you ever needed to apply a practical skill in an emergency? What happened?

Answer: Yes, I had to apply my first aid skills after a buddy cut her hand. I cleaned and dressed the wound until we could take her to the doctor.

Question: What is a useful talent that everyone should possess?

Answer: Everyone should know basic first aid. It is vital for treating small injuries and can save lives in an emergency.

Question: Which practical talents do you believe will be useful in the future?

Answer: I believe coding and computer abilities will become increasingly crucial as technology advances.

Question: Do you prefer to learn practical skills through hands-on experience or by reading/watching tutorials?

Answer: I like hands-on learning since it helps me recall information more effectively.

Question: What practical skills did you learn from your parents?

Answer: My parents showed me how to garden. When I was younger, we would plant veggies and flowers together.

Question: What practical skill do you believe is difficult to learn? Why?

Answer: I believe that learning a new language is challenging since it takes a lot of practice and determination to become fluent.

Question: How can practical skills help your career?

Answer: Practical skills such as time management and excellent communication help me stay organized and efficient at work.

Question: What is a practical skill you learnt as a child and still use today?

Answer: I learnt to ride a bike as a child and continue to enjoy cycling for exercise and transportation.

Question: Do you believe it is necessary to pass on practical skills to the future generation? Why?

Answer: Yes, it is critical to pass on practical skills so that future generations can be self-sufficient and proficient in many areas of life.

Question: What practical skill did you learn from a friend or coworker?

Answer: A coworker taught me how to change a car tire. It is an important skill to have in the event of a flat tire while driving.