The power of asking right questions (B2+)

A short worksheet that explores the art of effective questioning in professional settings by analysing what makes a question clear, purposeful, and tactful. The lesson guides learners through three concise tasks focusing on the structure and intent of questions, the categorization of question types, and the use of paraphrasing and key expressions to enhance clarity and engagement in business communication.

Category: Business English, soft skills,

CEFR: B2/B2+

Student profile: young adults, adults, business professionals

Lesson aims:

• to analyze the elements that make a question effective in a business context, focusing on structure, tone, and intent
• to explore different types of questions and their pragmatic functions
• to practice rephrasing and paraphrasing questions using business-appropriate keywords and expressions