Competition: Academic contests • English Conversation Questions

Do you think academic contests are a fair way to determine a person’s knowledge and abilities?
What do you think motivates students to participate in academic contests?
Do you think academic contests put too much pressure on students to perform well?
What is the most challenging academic contest you have participated in?
Do you think academic contests are more important for the participant or the school they represent?
Do you believe academic contests accurately reflect the quality of education at a school?
What do you think is the most important skill to have in order to be successful in academic contests?
Do you think academic contests are given enough recognition or attention in schools?
Do you think academic contests are more beneficial for the winners or for the participants as a whole?
What do you think is the most important benefit of participating in academic contests?
Do you think academic contests are becoming more or less popular in today’s society?