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What are the characteristics of a good community?

Jonah BA in English & Spanish Linguistics

Jul.12 Friday 02:00 AM

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C1

23 booked

Topic Guide

Q1.

Do you believe we are born with innate characteristics, or are we shaped by our experiences?

Q2.

How can schools better address issues related to bullying and peer pressure?

Q3.

What is your perspective on the concept of 'equality'?

Q4.

If your house catches fire, what item would you save? Why?

Q5.

If you could instantly learn any language, which one would you choose and why?

Q6.

If you could have any famous musician teach you an instrument, who would it be and why?

Q7.

Do you have a big family?

Q8.

Do you think there should be more public holidays in your country?

Q1.

What are the characteristics of a good community?

Q2.

How does diversity contribute to the strength and vitality of a community?

Q3.

What are some of the ways in which technology and social media are changing the way people interact and form communities?

Q4.

What communities do you belong to?

Q5.

What is the purpose of art in a society?

Q6.

What does it mean to "belong"?

Q7.

Who makes the rules for a society or community?

Q8.

How close are you with your neighbors and local community?

Q1.

What is the funniest thing you have ever seen?

Q2.

What single event or decision do you think most affected the rest of your life? Was there a turning point in your life?

Q3.

What is more important, money or fame, and why?

Q4.

Where do you think is the most worthwhile place to find meaning in life? Work, family, hobby, religion, philosophy, helping others, all the small miracles, or something else entirely?

Q5.

What are you looking forward to?

Q6.

How do you define consciousness?

Q7.

Do you believe that we can have a utopian society? Why or why not?

Q8.

What are your thoughts on the impact of AI on privacy?

What are the main agricultural products in your country?

Premium Members Only

Diana Costa Rica

Jul.11 Thursday 18:00 PM

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C1
C1
B2
B2

8 booked

Topic Guide

Q1.

What is your favorite type of sandwich, and what would you name it if it were on a menu?

Q2.

Are you a spender or a saver?

Q3.

Do you prefer to have one particular friend or a group of friends? [Why?]

Q4.

Do you believe in the existence of the soul?

Q5.

How often do you skip breakfast or have it on the go?

Q6.

If you could choose a superpower, what would it be and why?

Q7.

What is your favorite childhood memory?

Q8.

What’s the most daring or adventurous thing you've ever done, and what did you learn from the experience?

Q1.

What are the main agricultural products in your country?

Q2.

Have you ever visited a farm?

Q3.

What are some of the key environmental challenges facing modern agriculture?

Q4.

In what ways can small-scale or community-based agriculture models be more sustainable?

Q5.

How do factors such as climate change, soil degradation, and water scarcity impact the viability of agriculture?

Q6.

Have you ever kept a garden? What did you grow?

Q7.

Do you have a "green thumb?

Q8.

What are the national fruits, plants, or crops of your country?

Q1.

Which season do you think is the best for traveling and why?

Q2.

Which is better? Having more friends or having closer friends?

Q3.

Is there something the world has turned a blind eye to that bothers you?

Q4.

What are your thoughts on the concept of collective consciousness?

Q5.

Are families less important nowadays than in the past?

Q6.

What is your favorite way to spend time with friends or family?

Q7.

What is the most rewarding aspect of running a business?

Q8.

How do you think we can promote greater social responsibility?

Do you know of anyone with an interesting collection?

Premium Members Only

Michael English Teacher, MA @ Johns Hopkins

Jul.11 Thursday 15:00 PM

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B2
B2
B2
C2
B2

11 booked

Topic Guide

Q1.

If you could have any type of vehicle, what would it be and why?

Q2.

Of all the things you're learning/doing, what do you think will be most useful in future?

Q3.

What can be the reasons for breaking up?

Q4.

How much alcohol do you drink?

Q5.

Do you think school and university courses are too theoretical?

Q6.

What are your bucket list travel destinations?

Q7.

What’s your favorite animal, and why do you find it interesting?

Q8.

Do you like when you have problems in life?

Q1.

Do you know of anyone with an interesting collection?

Q2.

Why do people like collecting things?

Q3.

Have you ever been to a flea market or second-hand store? What did you get there?

Q4.

Some people like to have very little clutter in their houses and collecting adds to the clutter, how do you feel about clutter?

Q5.

Should you collect things for their monetary or personal value?

Q6.

Do you have a favorite item or collection of items? What makes it special?

Q7.

Can collecting be a form of addiction or obsession?

Q8.

How can collectors ensure the preservation and care of their collections for future generations?

Q1.

Can men also be victims of an abusive relationship?

Q2.

How do you think we can address the issue of climate change denial?

Q3.

Does fate exist? If so, do we have free will?

Q4.

What's the funniest prank you've ever played on someone or had played on you?

Q5.

How much impact do you think we have on our own destiny?

Q6.

When did you first start learning English?

Q7.

Do you drive? Do you enjoy driving?

Q8.

How do you improve your English listening?

Do you consider yourself to be a kind person?

Michael English Teacher, MA @ Johns Hopkins

Jul.11 Thursday 13:00 PM

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B2
C2
B2

61 booked

Topic Guide

Q1.

Do you think you have a pretty good work-life balance? Why or why not?

Q2.

What's your favorite type of outdoor or nature activity?

Q3.

Do you think you can create your own destiny?

Q4.

Do you believe there a cosmic significance to incidents in life?

Q5.

What is something you're passionate about?

Q6.

Do you have a favorite quote or saying?

Q7.

What would you do if you could control the weather?

Q8.

If you could choose to have any animal's ability or characteristic, which one would you pick and why?

Q1.

Do you consider yourself to be a kind person?

Q2.

What does kindness mean to you?

Q3.

Is is possible to be truly altruistic (doing something without expecting anything in return)?

Q4.

If you had to draw a picture to illustrate kindness, what would it be?

Q5.

Who are the kindest people that you personally know? What makes them so kind?

Q6.

Is there a difference between being nice and being kind?

Q7.

Are there any holidays or days of the year in which people are encouraged to be more kind?

Q8.

Have you ever had to apologize to someone for your actions?

Q1.

How do you define success in life?

Q2.

If you could choose your dreams, what would you prefer to dream about?

Q3.

Does being born in a rich family mean you are spoiled?

Q4.

Do you trust people easily?

Q5.

Is there such a thing as free will, or are we all determined by factors beyond our control?

Q6.

What's the best piece of advice you've ever received?

Q7.

What are your thoughts on the impact of artificial intelligence on education?

Q8.

What are your thoughts on the concept of 'existence'?

Would you trust a robotic or AI chef to cook your meals?

Jonah BA in English & Spanish Linguistics

Jul.11 Thursday 02:00 AM

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27 booked

Topic Guide

Q1.

If you could have any celebrity as a mentor, who would it be and why?

Q2.

Do you think television has changed in the past few decades?

Q3.

What is your favorite type of cookie?

Q4.

What fashion trend needs to be brought back?

Q5.

How do you focus on important things when other things constantly demand your attention?

Q6.

What is the strangest dream you can remember?

Q7.

Who is your professional role model?

Q8.

What's the most precious thing you have gifted to someone?

Q1.

Would you trust a robotic or AI chef to cook your meals?

Q2.

How important is the "human element" in cooking?

Q3.

Why does homemade food often taste so much better than "professionally-made" meals?

Q4.

If you were in a cooking contest, but you could choose the dish, what would you pick?

Q5.

Is cooking an art or a science?

Q6.

What things do you think robots or AI should never be allowed to do?

Q7.

What one dish epitomizes your country's cuisine?

Q8.

Does your family have any special recipes that have been handed down?

Q1.

What are your thoughts on the impact of the gig economy on workers?

Q2.

Does a woman sacrifice more than a man?

Q3.

What is one thing you would like to achieve in the next 5 years?

Q4.

What is a good way to motivate others?

Q5.

Do you think money can buy happiness? Why or why not?

Q6.

How do you approach personal growth and self-improvement?

Q7.

What would you consider to be your personal values?

Q8.

When was the last time you went to a park/garden?

Do you think that "goofing off" on a hobby is a waste of time?

Diana Costa Rica

Jul.10 Wednesday 18:00 PM

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C1

57 booked

Topic Guide

Q1.

If you could have any superpower, what would it be and why?

Q2.

Do you think athletes are overpaid?

Q3.

If you suddenly had $20 (in your currency) to spend however you wanted, what would you buy?

Q4.

How do you perceive the concept of 'change'?

Q5.

What is your favorite game ever?

Q6.

Do you think happiness is an attitude that can be cultivated in spite of problems in your life?

Q7.

Do you follow sports news?

Q8.

What is your favorite type of candy?

Q1.

Do you think that "goofing off" on a hobby is a waste of time?

Q2.

Why do some people seem to enjoy "boring hobbies"?

Q3.

What are the weirdest hobbies or collections that you know of?

Q4.

Do you have a hobby? What is it?

Q5.

How can someone learn about and start a new hobby?

Q6.

Do you think that there are any hobbies that are not worth doing?

Q7.

What "dull" activities do you enjoy?

Q8.

Can being bored ever be a good thing? Why or why not?

Q1.

What are your biggest time wasters?

Q2.

Do you have any toxic behaviours? Name one.

Q3.

Would you rather have no homework or no tests?

Q4.

Where would you like to go on holiday next?

Q5.

What is the relationship between consciousness and the physical world?

Q6.

Have you tried online dating?

Q7.

How do you think we can promote greater diversity and inclusion?

Q8.

Given a chance which person would you like to interview?

What can be done to solve the global homelessness problem?

B2-C2 level
Advanced Club
Premium Members Only

Michael English Teacher, MA @ Johns Hopkins

Jul.10 Wednesday 15:00 PM

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C1
C2
B2
C1
C1

5 booked

Topic Guide

Q1.

Why do people like music?

Q2.

What is the best way to live one's life?

Q3.

Is it better to be a big fish in a small pond or a small fish in a big pond?

Q4.

What are the two things you'd like to ask your pet?

Q5.

How do you define respect?

Q6.

Do you like to cook, and if so, what is your favorite dish to make?

Q7.

Do you like public holidays?

Q8.

What would you do if you discovered a hidden underground city beneath your town?

Q1.

What can be done to solve the global homelessness problem?

Q2.

Is homelessness a big problem in your city or country?

Q3.

What government programs are set up in your country to help people experiencing homelessness?

Q4.

Do you ever give money or make a donation to someone who is begging on the street?

Q5.

Why do rich countries such as the United States seem to have such a large homelessness problem?

Q6.

How can local communities empower their residents?

Q7.

Do government social programs, such as welfare, ultimately help or harm communities?

Q8.

What problem facing your community would you wish to change?

Q1.

What kind of advertisements attract your attention?

Q2.

What is the best way for a person to attain happiness?

Q3.

What's something you always wanted to do as a child but never got to do it?

Q4.

Would you like to go on holiday to space?

Q5.

What's the most adventurous thing you've ever done?

Q6.

What would you rather prefer in a partner —an intelligent mind or a fit body?

Q7.

How do you think we can address the issue of income and wealth distribution?

Q8.

What are some ways to improve mental and emotional well-being?

Are there any traditions or superstitions about giving a gift in your culture?

Michael English Teacher, MA @ Johns Hopkins

Jul.10 Wednesday 13:00 PM

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73 booked

Topic Guide

Q1.

If you could set one rule for the family that all have to follow, what would it be?

Q2.

What is the most inspiring book or movie you've ever encountered?

Q3.

What social media sites are you active on?

Q4.

Have you ever met a celebrity?

Q5.

Do you usually follow the advice that ‘If it ain't broke, don't fix it’?

Q6.

Do you prefer singing or dancing?

Q7.

Who has been the most influential person in your life and why?

Q8.

If someone you loved was killed in front of you, but someone created a copy of them that was perfect right down to the atomic level, would they be the same person and would you love them just as much?

Q1.

Are there any traditions or superstitions about giving a gift in your culture?

Q2.

What is the best gift you have ever given anyone?

Q3.

Are you a good gift giver?

Q4.

What is the worst gift someone could receive?

Q5.

On what occasions do people give gifts in your country?

Q6.

Are any gifts considered to be good or bad luck?

Q7.

How do you feel about receiving clothes as a gift?

Q8.

As a child, what gift did you really want to get?

Q1.

How do you define success?

Q2.

Is philosophy worth studying, or a waste of time?

Q3.

How do you improve your English reading?

Q4.

Do you enjoy speaking English?

Q5.

When do you feel like the best version of yourself?

Q6.

What is your favorite seasonal drink or beverage?

Q7.

How much money do you think you need to leave happily ever after?

Q8.

What is the role of art in society, and why is it important?

How well can humans survive extreme temperatures?

Jonah BA in English & Spanish Linguistics

Jul.10 Wednesday 02:00 AM

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B2
C2

29 booked

Topic Guide

Q1.

What's the best outcome of a complete accident you've experienced in your life?

Q2.

If you had to rate your current happiness on a scale of 1-10, what would it be?

Q3.

When you were a kid, were you excited to be a grownup? What about growing up excited you?

Q4.

How do you think your country or culture will evolve or change in the next few decades?

Q5.

If you could have any type of food or drink named after you, what would it be and what would it taste like?

Q6.

What's your favorite style of clothing?

Q7.

What is the ideal age to retire?

Q8.

Who do you admire?

Q1.

What is your least favorite type of weather?

Q2.

Do you think another ice age could happen?

Q3.

How well can humans survive extreme temperatures?

Q4.

Would you rather live somewhere extremely hot or extremely cold?

Q5.

Does your local area experience any sort of extreme weather condition?

Q6.

Is it too late to stop climate change?

Q7.

What do you think the Earth will look like 100 years from now?

Q8.

Why are so many people hesitant about giving up fossil fuels?

Q1.

What does the phrase "living authentically" mean to you?

Q2.

Have you ever climbed a tree?

Q3.

You have to save the world tomorrow, who’s in your team?

Q4.

If you had a day to yourself, what would it look like, where would you go, and what would you do?

Q5.

What other factors can impact a friendships?

Q6.

How do you think we can improve healthcare accessibility and affordability?

Q7.

If you could address the whole world, what would you say?

Q8.

Why do you think people feel so empty in the modern world, or is this how it’s always been?

Do you enjoy scary movies? Why or why not?

Arlena

Jul.09 Tuesday 18:00 PM

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C1
C2
C1
B2

6 booked

Topic Guide

Q1.

What's something you're really passionate about and why?

Q2.

Would you rather see a ghost or an alien?

Q3.

What are your thoughts on human cloning?

Q4.

How important is appearance of a person?

Q5.

How can conflicts be resolved?

Q6.

In what ways do you think your family has evolved or changed over time?

Q7.

What is your favorite way to express your creativity?

Q8.

What is your favorite animal, and why?

Q1.

Do you have any major fears or phobias?

Q2.

Are all fears ultimately rational? Why or why not?

Q3.

Have you ever been able to overcome a fear? How?

Q4.

What do you think are the most common fears?

Q5.

Do you enjoy scary movies? Why or why not?

Q6.

Why do some people get a thrill from fear (for example: skydiving, roller coasters, scary movies, etc.)?

Q7.

When you were a child, did you have any silly fears?

Q8.

Why are so many people afraid of public speaking?

Q1.

How do you think we can promote greater economic opportunities for women?

Q2.

What was your first car?

Q3.

When you see the word "conflict", what do you think of?

Q4.

How long will you be remembered after you die?

Q5.

What is your perspective on the concept of 'balance' in life?

Q6.

What goals have you set and achieved in the past?

Q7.

What makes an ad memorable?

Q8.

What is your catchphrase, or something you find yourself saying often?

What role does education play in environmental protection?

Michael English Teacher, MA @ Johns Hopkins

Jul.09 Tuesday 15:00 PM

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B2
B2

27 booked

Topic Guide

Q1.

What was your most memorable Halloween costume?

Q2.

Do you prefer baths or showers?

Q3.

Are there disadvantages of being famous?

Q4.

Have you ever been on a blind date?

Q5.

What is your favorite type of wine?

Q6.

What extinct creature would you want to bring back to life?

Q7.

What kinds of movies do you like best?

Q8.

What is your definition of evil?

Q1.

What can be done to fight against invasive animal species?

Q2.

What are some examples of invasive species in your country or region?

Q3.

How do you feel about genetically modifying organisms to make them resistant to invasive species or pests?

Q4.

What can individuals do to help protect the environment?

Q5.

Is environmental protection the responsibility of companies, governments, or citizens?

Q6.

What role does education play in environmental protection?

Q7.

What little things can we do to make the world a cleaner place?

Q8.

What are some endangered species that you wish you could help protect?

Q1.

What are your thoughts on the rise of remote work?

Q2.

Is there truth in advertising?

Q3.

What is the role of your family in your life?

Q4.

What is the hardest part about losing?

Q5.

Are there any taboo topics in your house?

Q6.

What are your thoughts on the rise of e-commerce and online shopping?

Q7.

When does time seem to move fast, and when does it seem to move slowly?

Q8.

What's your favorite book or movie? Why?

What is your "go-to" dish when you have to cook something?

Michael English Teacher, MA @ Johns Hopkins

Jul.09 Tuesday 13:00 PM

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C1

77 booked

Topic Guide

Q1.

How important is the pursuit of truth in your life?

Q2.

What advice would you give someone who has a cold?

Q3.

If you could have any dessert right now, what would it be and why?

Q4.

How would you promote diversity and inclusion within this pageant?

Q5.

How many kids would you like to have?

Q6.

What is the value of silence in our lives?

Q7.

What is something that gets cooler/more interesting the more you learn about it?

Q8.

Do you have a morning routine?

Q1.

Do you have any allergies?

Q2.

Why are allergies becoming more common nowadays?

Q3.

Which would be worse for you, an allergy to milk, alcohol, or meat?

Q4.

What can be done to make restaurants more inclusive for those with food allergies?

Q5.

Should schools have stricter policies regarding allergens to protect students with severe allergies?

Q6.

Do you enjoy cooking? How often do you cook?

Q7.

What is your "go-to" dish when you have to cook something?

Q8.

How should grocery stores and restaurants accommodate special diets (vegan, vegetarian, etc.)?

Q1.

What was the hardest exam you ever had to take?

Q2.

How do you perceive the concept of 'endurance'?

Q3.

What are your thoughts on the current state of politics in your country?

Q4.

What are your thoughts on the potential impact of deepfake technology on the credibility of news and media content?

Q5.

How much money should people spend on weddings?

Q6.

What role do you think schools should play in promoting social and emotional learning?

Q7.

What are some of the most fascinating unanswered questions about the cosmos that you would like to see explored?

Q8.

What is the most defining moment of your life so far and why?

How formal are weddings in your country?

Michael English Teacher, MA @ Johns Hopkins

Jul.09 Tuesday 02:00 AM

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34 booked

Topic Guide

Q1.

How do you perceive the concept of 'introspection'?

Q2.

Who is the one person you can always count on?

Q3.

Do you expect others to respond to your messages promptly?

Q4.

What is something you wish you knew more about?

Q5.

What is something that always makes you feel nostalgic?

Q6.

What is your self destructive habit?

Q7.

What is your favorite quote or saying and why does it resonate with you?

Q8.

What’s your favorite comfort food?

Q1.

What are traditional weddings like in your country?

Q2.

Do you think that some people spend too much money on their weddings? Why or why not?

Q3.

Is it customary in your country to give a gift if you are invited to a wedding? What about money?

Q4.

Are weddings in your country typically religious or civil?

Q5.

How formal are weddings in your country?

Q6.

What are some other cultural celebrations that are typical in your country?

Q7.

Have you ever been to a wedding for someone who you did not know?

Q8.

Have you ever seen a wedding go wrong? What happened?

Q1.

What's the most embarrassing thing that's ever happened to you?

Q2.

What are some of the most important innovations of the past decade?

Q3.

How much does your personality change around different groups of people?

Q4.

What is the strangest food combination you've ever tried and actually enjoyed?

Q5.

What are your thoughts on the concept of 'identity'?

Q6.

Do you have a nickname? If so, who gave it to you and how did it come about?

Q7.

Some countries have banned homework. What do you think?

Q8.

What is your biggest pet peeve in a relationship?

What is the best habit that you have?

Arlena

Jul.08 Monday 18:00 PM

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B2
C1

59 booked

Topic Guide

Q1.

How do you feel when others are late?

Q2.

What’s your favorite book series, and why do you enjoy it?

Q3.

What do you think the future of music will be like?

Q4.

Do language barriers ever pose a problem when you travel?

Q5.

When was the last time you had a really, really interesting conversation?

Q6.

What's the best way to decide who gets the last slice of pizza?

Q7.

What are your views on the concept of 'survival of the fittest'?

Q8.

Do you prefer foreign films or local films?

Q1.

What is the best habit that you have?

Q2.

What is something you should do every day but don’t?

Q3.

Why are habits so hard to change?

Q4.

How long does it really take to develop a new habit?

Q5.

What are some habits you would like to add to your daily routine?

Q6.

Do you have any bad habits that you do when you are stressed?

Q7.

How can you manage stress in a healthy way?

Q8.

Do you know anyone with a habit you really admire? What is it?

Q1.

What’s the best age to allow driving a car?

Q2.

What is the nature of consciousness and how does it relate to the brain?

Q3.

Is there a fundamental particle or force that unifies all others?

Q4.

What has surprised you when you've met people from other countries?

Q5.

What's your favorite type of food?

Q6.

What are your thoughts on the future of space exploration?

Q7.

If you could be any cartoon character for a day, who would you choose and why?

Q8.

How would you live your life if you knew you would not fail?

What does being happy mean to you?

Premium Members Only

Michael English Teacher, MA @ Johns Hopkins

Jul.08 Monday 15:00 PM

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B2
C1
B2
C1

11 booked

Topic Guide

Q1.

If you could change one thing about the world, what would it be and why?

Q2.

What's the nicest thing someone has done for you?

Q3.

How do you perceive the concept of 'creativity'?

Q4.

When is the last time you had a misunderstanding or miscommunication?

Q5.

What games do you still play now? Why?

Q6.

Do you have someone who you say you like but secretly hate?

Q7.

Do you prefer to ‘dress up’ or ‘dress down’ in public?

Q8.

What’s the best age to allow voting?

Q1.

When do you feel the happiest?

Q2.

Do you feel that older people or younger people tend to be happier?

Q3.

How can an individual make the world a happier place?

Q4.

What does being happy mean to you?

Q5.

What are some simple pleasures that bring you joy?

Q6.

Who is the happiest person you know? Why are they so happy?

Q7.

Can positivity ever be toxic? Why or why not?

Q8.

What do you do when you are feeling down?

Q1.

If you could be a contestant on any game show, which one would you choose and why?

Q2.

What advice would you give to men?

Q3.

What is your definition of 'growth'?

Q4.

Does your name have any special meaning?

Q5.

Do you listen to music when you are feeling down?

Q6.

How long do you think love lasts?

Q7.

What is the silliest way that you've been injured?

Q8.

If you had to perform in a talent show, what would your act be?

Session List 234 page

What are the characteristics of a good community?

What are the main agricultural products in your country?

Do you know of anyone with an interesting collection?

Do you consider yourself to be a kind person?

Would you trust a robotic or AI chef to cook your meals?

Do you think that "goofing off" on a hobby is a waste of time?

What can be done to solve the global homelessness problem?

Are there any traditions or superstitions about giving a gift in your culture?

How well can humans survive extreme temperatures?

Do you enjoy scary movies? Why or why not?

What role does education play in environmental protection?

What is your "go-to" dish when you have to cook something?

How formal are weddings in your country?

What is the best habit that you have?

What does being happy mean to you?

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