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Speaking and listening – Intermediate – Advanced

Let’s talk about RELIGION Conversation cards

How many world religions do you know? What are their followers called?

How often do you go to church/the mosque/temple?Who do you go with?

Are you religious? Which religion do you belong to?

How important is religion to you?Explain.

Is religion a school subject in your country? If so, do you like it? Should it be or not?

Are there any religious objects in your house, school or office?Talk about them.

Which religious holidays are there in your country? What do they celebrate?

Atheists don’t believe in God because there is no proof he exists. What do you think?

Some people think the Earth is less than 10,000 years old and evolution did not take place. Why would they think this? Discuss.

Do you think religion has had a positive or negative effect on the world? Give examples.

Have you ever been on a pilgrimage? (trip to a sacred place)Talk about it.

Can people choose their own religion or do they just follow their ancestors? Discuss.

Places of worship are often empty nowadays. Is this true where you live? Discuss.

Do you think that religious people are happier?Why or why not?

Some religious fanatics kill others in the name of religion. Is this ever okay? Discuss.

In most religions, only men can become religious leaders. Do you agree? Discuss.

There is no God, so stop worrying and enjoy life.Would you follow this advice?

Without religion, the world would be a better and more peaceful place. Do you agree?

Matchcathedral church crucifix icon Buddha monk mosque nun priest temple

Match1. animist a. follower of Buddhism2. atheist b. person with extreme opinions3. Buddhist c. male prayer leader in a mosque4. Christian d. person who worships spirits and nature5. Hindu e. person who doesn’t believe in any God6. Muslim f. follower of Hinduism7. fanatic g. follower of Christianity8. imam h. follower of Islam

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