Free WH Question Prompt for ESL | Conversation Cards | What, When, Where, Why

Help your students confidently ask and answer questions with these WH Question Conversation Prompts designed for the Present Simple tense. This resource includes colorful printable keyring cards and a digital Google Slides™ version—perfect for in-class or online ESL, EFL, and ELL lessons.

Students will practice the question words What, When, Where, and Why while building fluency, vocabulary, and speaking confidence. These cards are ideal for conversation practice, partner interviews, morning warm-ups, or grammar review centers throughout the year.

What’s Included

• 4 color-coded WH Question card sets: What, When, Where, Why
• 48 total Present Simple conversation prompts
• Printable PDF format—easy to cut, laminate, and use on a keyring
• Digital Google Slides™ version for online or hybrid teaching
• Teacher-friendly layout for instant printing and classroom use

Skills Practiced

• Forming and answering WH questions correctly
• Using Present Simple question word order
• Expanding speaking fluency and vocabulary
• Encouraging full-sentence answers
• Improving listening and comprehension skills

How to Use

• Print, laminate, and place on a keyring for quick access
• Use during warm-ups, partner conversations, or classroom games
• Display the Google Slides™ version on screen for whole-class discussion
• Integrate with bulletin board visuals to reinforce WH question words

Perfect For

• ESL, EFL, and ELL classrooms
• Elementary and middle school learners
• Conversation practice and fluency activities
• Speech therapy sessions or small-group instruction
• Reviewing question formation and grammar

Why Teachers Love It

These WH Question Prompts help students speak with confidence while naturally using English in context. Each set is color-coded and easy to organize, making it simple to review question forms daily. The digital version allows for flexible teaching options whether your classroom is face-to-face or online.

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Find more WH Question Word resources for teaching grammar, conversation, and comprehension skills throughout the year.

Keywords

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