cartoons

• What is your favorite cartoon, and why do you like it?

• Do you think cartoons are only for kids, or can adults enjoy them too?
• What is the difference between cartoons and animated films?
• Who is your favorite cartoon character?
• What cartoon do you think has the best storyline?
• Do you like classic cartoons or modern ones?
• How have cartoons changed over the years?
• Why do you think cartoons often feature exaggerated characters or situations?
• Do you think cartoons can teach important lessons? Can you give an example?
• Have you ever watched a cartoon that made you laugh out loud? Which one?
• How do cartoons reflect the culture of the country they are made in?
• Have you ever watched a cartoon from a different country? How was it different?
• Do you think cartoons from your country have had an impact on other countries?
• Why do some cartoons become more popular than others worldwide?
• What kind of cartoons do you think are most popular in your country?
• Do you think there are cultural differences in humor when it comes to cartoons?
• Have you ever learned something new about another country through its cartoons?
• Do you think cartoons are a good way to promote social issues? Why or why not?
• How do cartoons portray family life, and how does it differ from real life?
• Why do cartoons sometimes use fantasy or magic as a major theme?
• How do you think technology has changed the way cartoons are made today?
• What is your opinion on computer-generated animation compared to hand-drawn
animation?
• Do you think traditional cartoons (like Tom and Jerry) will disappear because of new
technology?
• How do special effects improve the way cartoons look and feel?
• What do you think about 3D cartoons and movies? Do you like them better than 2D
ones?
• Do you think virtual reality could be used to make cartoons more interactive?
• How do animation studios keep up with new technology to improve the quality of
cartoons?
• Did you watch cartoons when you were a child? Which ones were your favorite?
• Do you still watch cartoons today? If so, which ones do you enjoy most?
• Do you prefer cartoons with humor or those with action and adventure?
• How do you feel about cartoons that are based on comic books or video games?
• Do you like cartoons that have a lesson or moral? Can you give an example?
• Would you like to create your own cartoon? What would it be about?
• How do you feel about cartoons that have characters with superpowers?
• What do you think about cartoons that include animals as characters?
• Do you like cartoons with fantasy worlds, like Avatar: The Last Airbender or Rick and
Morty?
• Which cartoon character do you think is the funniest?
• Do you prefer cartoon characters that are good or evil? Why?
• Who is the most memorable cartoon villain in your opinion?
• How do cartoon characters' personalities influence the way we feel about them?
• Do you think cartoons today are too "politically correct"?
• Which cartoon character would you most like to meet in real life, and why?
• Do you think cartoon characters are often role models? Why or why not?
• Which cartoon character do you think has the best catchphrases?
• What qualities make a cartoon character a hero in your eyes?
• Have you ever watched a cartoon that addressed an important social issue?
• Do you think cartoons should try to teach kids important values, like kindness and
respect?
• What role do cartoons play in influencing children’s behavior?
• Are there any cartoons that have influenced your opinions or beliefs in any way?
• How do you think cartoons can raise awareness about environmental issues or
other global concerns?
• At what age do you think people become too old to read comic books? How about
watching cartoons?
• If you were to become a famous cartoon hero, who would you choose to be and
why?
• When you were young, did you enjoy reading comic books? Why or why not?
How about now?
• Do you think comic books are educational? Why or why not?
• What are the common characteristics of comic books in your country?
• What are the popular comic books in your country?
• Are comic books more popular for boys than for girls? Why do you think so?
• What are the common characteristics of cartoons in your country?
• When you were younger, which did you like better: reading comic books or
watching cartoons? Why?
• Do you think cartoons and comics make people’s childhood happier? Why or
why not?
 New vocabulary
• Cartoonist – A person who creates cartoons, often a comic artist.
• Comic Strip – A short series of illustrated panels that tell a story or joke, often in newspapers.
• Toon – Informal term for a cartoon.
• Frame – A single still image in an animation sequence.
• Voiceover – The spoken words in a cartoon or animation, usually provided by an actor.
• Storyboard – A sequence of drawings used to plan an animation or movie, showing the key scenes.
• Manga – A style of Japanese comic books or graphic novels, often adapted into animated shows.
• Superhero – A character with extraordinary powers, often appearing in animated shows and movies.
• Sidekick – A supporting character who helps the main character in a cartoon.
• Plot – The main story or events that occur in a cartoon or animated show.
• Parody – A humorous imitation of a serious work, often found in cartoons or animated content.
• Gag – A joke or comedic moment in a cartoon.
• Villain – The bad or evil character in a cartoon or story.
• Series – A collection of episodes or episodes of a cartoon or animated show.
• Franchise – A series of cartoons or animated shows that are expanded into movies, books, merchandise,
etc.
 Idioms
Draw the line – To set a limit or boundary on something.
Cartoonish – Something that looks exaggerated or unrealistic, like a cartoon character.
In the same boat – To be in the same situation or predicament as others.
Face like a cartoon character – To make an exaggerated facial expression, often showing surprise
or humor.
A picture is worth a thousand words – Visual storytelling (like cartoons) can often convey
emotions or messages better than words.
Big fish in a small pond – A person who is important or well-known in a small group, much like a
famous cartoon character in a specific show.
The cartoon version of life – Describing a situation that is overly simplified or exaggerated, like a
cartoon.
A laugh a minute – Something extremely funny, like cartoons that make people laugh constantly.
To steal the show – To be the most noticeable or impressive part of something, like a character in a
cartoon that grabs everyone's attention.