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The animal kingdom
August 8, 2023 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm BST
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Discussion Topics
Humans and pets- Do you have a pet? If yes, describe him or her. If not, would you like to have a pet in the future?
- When were wolves first domesticated, according to the video?
- How did wolves change as they became dogs?
- What did the ancient Egyptians breed dogs for?
- Why were ‘purebred’ dogs popular in the eighteenth century?
- How many breeds of dogs are there today?
- What are the downsides of the selective breeding of dogs?
- What type of animals are popular to be kept as pets in your home country? Has this changed over time?
- Does your home country have a national animal? What is it?
- Can you name some animals or insects that are native in your home country? Are any of them endangered?
- Do you know of any wild animal conservation projects or animal rescue shelters in your home country?
- Do you have a favourite animal?
- Is there a wild animal that you’ve never seen and would like to see one day?
- Are there zoos in your home country? Do you think zoos are a good idea? Why (not)?
- Do you have a fear of any animals or insects?
- Do humans have a good relationship with the animal kingdom? Why (not)? If not, how could this be improved?
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