Looking for easy ways to spark conversation in your English Learning community? This or That prompts are the perfect low-pressure way to get everyone involved. Let your members have fun choosing between two options while practicing their English skills.
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This or That prompts tap into the human need for quick, low-stakes decisions, making it easy for even shy or new members to participate. By posing simple A vs B choices, you lower the barrier to entry and encourage spontaneous engagement. These prompts also help create a relaxed, playful atmosphere where members can practice English in a natural and enjoyable way.
The contrasting options in each post invite members to think, respond, and even explain their reasoning, leading to richer language practice. Because the topics are light and relatable, everyone feels comfortable joining in, which helps build community trust and inclusivity. Over time, regular use of these prompts increases participation and helps members connect with one another through shared interests and experiences.
Tea or coffee - which do you prefer when studying English?
💡 Example: "Tea or coffee - which do you prefer when studying English? I always choose coffee!"
Would you rather read a book or watch a movie to learn English?
💡 Example: "Would you rather read a book or watch a movie to learn English? I love watching movies!"
Morning lessons or evening lessons - what works best for you?
💡 Example: "Morning lessons or evening lessons - what works best for you? I am a night owl!"
Do you prefer learning new words or practicing speaking?
💡 Example: "Do you prefer learning new words or practicing speaking? I like speaking more!"
Online classes or in-person classes - which do you find easier?
💡 Example: "Online classes or in-person classes - which do you find easier? Online works for me."
Group study or solo study - which helps you more?
💡 Example: "Group study or solo study - which helps you more? I prefer solo study."
Learning English with music or podcasts - what is your favorite?
💡 Example: "Learning English with music or podcasts - what is your favorite? I love music!"
Do you use a dictionary app or a paper dictionary more?
💡 Example: "Do you use a dictionary app or a paper dictionary more? I always use an app."
Chatting with friends or writing essays - which do you enjoy more in English?
💡 Example: "Chatting with friends or writing essays - which do you enjoy more in English? Chatting is best!"
British English or American English - which accent do you like more?
💡 Example: "British English or American English - which accent do you like more? I love British English."
Do you prefer learning slang or formal English?
💡 Example: "Do you prefer learning slang or formal English? Slang is more fun for me!"
Flashcards or language apps - which helps you remember words?
💡 Example: "Flashcards or language apps - which helps you remember words? I use apps."
Do you listen to English songs or watch English TV shows more?
💡 Example: "Do you listen to English songs or watch English TV shows more? TV shows for me!"
Do you prefer learning grammar or vocabulary?
💡 Example: "Do you prefer learning grammar or vocabulary? Vocabulary is my choice!"
Studying with a teacher or self-study - which do you do more?
💡 Example: "Studying with a teacher or self-study - which do you do more? I like teachers."
Would you rather write by hand or type on a computer in English?
💡 Example: "Would you rather write by hand or type on a computer in English? Typing for me!"
Do you like learning idioms or phrasal verbs more?
💡 Example: "Do you like learning idioms or phrasal verbs more? Idioms are interesting!"
Would you rather travel to an English-speaking country or take an online course?
💡 Example: "Would you rather travel to an English-speaking country or take an online course? Travel for me!"
Do you remember words better by reading or by listening?
💡 Example: "Do you remember words better by reading or by listening? Listening helps me."
Do you prefer practicing with native speakers or other learners?
💡 Example: "Do you prefer practicing with native speakers or other learners? Native speakers!"
English podcasts or YouTube videos - which do you use more?
💡 Example: "English podcasts or YouTube videos - which do you use more? YouTube all the way!"
Do you like quick quizzes or longer writing tasks?
💡 Example: "Do you like quick quizzes or longer writing tasks? I like quick quizzes!"
Would you rather learn English through games or traditional lessons?
💡 Example: "Would you rather learn English through games or traditional lessons? Games for sure!"
Do you prefer English subtitles or no subtitles when watching videos?
💡 Example: "Do you prefer English subtitles or no subtitles when watching videos? Subtitles help me."
Learning new words or reviewing old ones - what do you focus on more?
💡 Example: "Learning new words or reviewing old ones - what do you focus on more? I review a lot."
Do you enjoy English tongue twisters or short stories more?
💡 Example: "Do you enjoy English tongue twisters or short stories more? Short stories!"
Do you like learning English for travel or for work?
💡 Example: "Do you like learning English for travel or for work? Travel is my goal."
Do you prefer practicing English alone or with a friend?
💡 Example: "Do you prefer practicing English alone or with a friend? With a friend!"
Learning with flashcards or by making sentences - which is better for you?
💡 Example: "Learning with flashcards or by making sentences - which is better for you? Sentences help me."
Do you like English quizzes or English games more?
💡 Example: "Do you like English quizzes or English games more? Quizzes are my thing!"
Would you rather listen to a podcast or read a blog in English?
💡 Example: "Would you rather listen to a podcast or read a blog in English? I like blogs."
Do you prefer learning English through speaking or writing?
💡 Example: "Do you prefer learning English through speaking or writing? Speaking for me."
Would you rather have a short conversation or write a long story in English?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have a short conversation or write a long story in English? Conversations are easier."
Do you like learning about English culture or grammar rules more?
💡 Example: "Do you like learning about English culture or grammar rules more? Culture is more fun."
Do you prefer practicing with apps or real people?
💡 Example: "Do you prefer practicing with apps or real people? Real people for me."
Would you rather write a poem or a dialogue in English?
💡 Example: "Would you rather write a poem or a dialogue in English? I like dialogues."
Do you like watching English news or English comedy shows more?
💡 Example: "Do you like watching English news or English comedy shows more? Comedy shows all the way!"
Do you prefer quizzes with pictures or just text in English?
💡 Example: "Do you prefer quizzes with pictures or just text in English? Pictures help me."
Would you rather learn English with friends or alone?
💡 Example: "Would you rather learn English with friends or alone? With friends!"
Do you like reading English stories or English news articles more?
💡 Example: "Do you like reading English stories or English news articles more? Stories are fun!"
Would you rather focus on speaking fluently or writing perfectly in English?
💡 Example: "Would you rather focus on speaking fluently or writing perfectly in English? Speaking fluently is my goal."
To use these templates, simply copy and paste a prompt into your community platform as a new post or story. Encourage replies by tagging members or adding a call to action asking for their choice and a short explanation. Mix up the prompts throughout the week to keep things fresh and appeal to different interests. Combine This or That questions with images or emojis for extra visual appeal. Track which prompts get the most responses and adjust your approach based on member feedback and engagement patterns.
On all platforms, use visual elements like emojis or images to make posts more engaging. Pin popular prompts for new members to answer anytime. Use polls or reactions if available for quick responses. Follow up in comments or replies to encourage more practice and conversation.
You can customize the templates to focus on tricky word pairs that frequently trip up learners. For example, create posts asking members to choose between 'affect' or 'effect' in a specific sentence, then discuss the correct answer. This not only boosts engagement but also reinforces correct usage and highlights common pitfalls in English vocabulary.
Use side-by-side comparisons, such as 'color vs colour' or 'apartment vs flat,' and ask community members which term they use or recognize. This encourages discussion about regional differences and helps learners become more aware of global English variations, which is a frequent challenge for English language learners.
Absolutely! Craft prompts where members choose the correct verb tense for a particular scenario, e.g., 'I have eaten vs I ate.' These posts spark conversation about grammar rules and common mistakes, making abstract grammar concepts more interactive through peer discussion.
Segment your prompts based on CEFR levels (e.g., A2, B1, C1), and use vocabulary and grammar structures suited to each group. For example, beginners might choose between basic adjectives ('big vs large'), while advanced learners compare idioms or nuanced phrase choices. Indicate the intended level in each post for clarity.
Incorporate audio clips or phonetic spellings in your posts, inviting members to vote on which word matches the sound or to share recordings of themselves saying each word. These activities directly target pronunciation difficulties common among English learners, especially with minimal pairs.
Present options that test common collocations, such as 'make a decision vs do a decision,' and ask which is correct or sounds more natural. This approach raises awareness of fixed expressions in English, a key challenge for learners striving toward fluency, and enables community discussion about why certain word pairings are preferred.
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