To run a tight ship
– Do you think it’s better for a teacher or manager to run a tight ship, or to be more flexible? Why?

To run in the family
– What qualities, talents, or traditions run in your family?

To be running on empty
– Can you describe a time when you felt you were running on empty? How did you recharge?

To run your eye over something
– When you get a new document or article, do you read it carefully or just run your eye over it first? Why?

To run for office
– If you had the chance to run for office, what would be your main campaign promise?

To make a run for it
– Can you think of a situation when you had to make a run for it, either literally or figuratively?

To run the risk of
– Do you think people today run the risk of becoming too dependent on technology? Why or why not?

To run its course
– Do you believe that some problems in life should be solved actively, or is it sometimes better to let them run their course?

Inexperienced

Do you think being inexperienced can sometimes be an advantage? Why or why not?

How important is it to bring up problems immediately rather than ignoring them?

Why do people who are close sometimes fall out over small issues?

Do you think young people today still look up to role models in the same way as in the past?

Do you thinl people are more influenced by who they take after or by their own life experiences?

Should parents encourage chidren to follow careers that run in the family, or should schildren choose independently?

Can being told off have positive effects, or does it usually create negative feelings?

Have you ever had to scramble to get a specific item during a sale? Was it worth the effort?

Do you think the outbreak of online shopping has made the physical "doorbuster" rushes less common?

In your opinion, what is the best strategy to navigate the crowded aisles of a department store during a major sale?

Have you ever witnessed a squabble between customers over a discounted product?

Black Friday is often a bonanza for large corporations. Do you think small local businesses benefit just as much?

Many shops have been forced to cease operating because they couldn't compete with the massive discounts offered by retail giants. Is this just a part of business, or is it a problem?

Retail workers are often under an immense amount of strain during the holiday season. Should stores be required to give them the day off instead?

Is there a sinister side to Black Friday, such as the promotion of extreme consumerism and debt?

Have you ever bought something at an atrocious quality just because the price was incredibly low?

Are there any parts of your hometown that have become neglected over the years? What do you think the local government should do to fix them?

Why do you think certain neighborhoods become run-down while others nearby are thriving?

Some people say that run-down areas often have more "character" than modern, thriving business districts. Do you agree?

In your opinion, can a big industrial city ever be described as picturesque? Why or why not?

Do you prefer spending your weekends in a lively urban center or a peaceful, picturesque village?

Describe a time you bought something just because it was "in fashion." Do you still wear it today?

• What are some ways young people can save money on clothes? (e.g., thrift stores, sales).

• Do you prefer to save up for one expensive item or buy many cheap items? Explain your choice.

• If you wanted to save money for a big trip, what is the first thing you would stop buying?

• Do you think online shopping is better because you don't have to queue? Give one advantage and one disadvantage.

• Is there a celebrity or fashion designer that you look up to? What do you admire about their style?

• Do you think teenagers look up to social media influencers too much? * Who did you look up to when you were a child? Has your opinion of them changed now that you are older?

Can you think of a sports match or a game where the underdog managed to outplay the favorite? How did they do it?

How has your outlook on your career or education changed over the last five years?

If you had to outline a plan for your dream vacation, what would be the three most important stops?

When you make a big decision, do you focus more on the potential outcome or the steps you need to take to get there?

What is a hobby or a type of music that you loved as a teenager but have since outgrown?

Do you think it is easier for outgoing people to find success in the modern workplace, or are there advantages to being reserved?