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# Public speaking: handling difficult questions
- URL: https://www.lessonpills.com/handling-questions-professionally/
- Published: 2026-06-30T08:57:32.000Z
- Updated: 2026-07-13T05:44:46.000Z
- Description: Public speaking — a B2 English lesson. Practise indirect language and expand vocabulary around handling questions in presentations.
- Author: Lessonpills
- Tags: B1, Business, Practical English, Video, Premium

## Summary

This 60-minute ESL lesson for **B2** learners explores **Public speaking: handling difficult questions** through a real video. Across 6 interactive exercises, you'll develop listening comprehension, vocabulary, speaking skills — all built around authentic English content.

**What you'll practise:**

- **5 key vocabulary items** with definitions and usage notes

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## Lesson activities (6 exercises)

Each exercise builds on the previous one. Work through them in order for the best learning experience.

1. **Warm-up** — Discussion questions to activate what you already know about the topic.
2. **Watch** — Watch the video and note the main arguments and examples.
3. **Comprehension** — Answer questions to check your understanding of the main ideas and supporting details.
4. **Vocabulary** — Learn key words and expressions from the video, with definitions and usage notes.
5. **True / False** — Test your detailed understanding — decide if each statement matches the source.
6. **Discussion** — Reflect on the topic and share your opinions using the language you've learned.

## Vocabulary

This lesson introduces **5 key terms** drawn directly from the video:

- **To think on your feet** — to be able to think and react quickly, especially in a difficult or unexpected situation.
- **To field questions** — to receive and deal with a series of questions, especially from an audience or journalists.
- **To go off on a tangent** — to suddenly start talking about a subject that is not directly connected with the main topic.
- **To buy some time** — to do or say something in order to delay having to make a decision or give a direct answer.
- **To put someone on the spot** — to force someone to answer a difficult question or make a decision when they are not prepared.

## Grammar

This lesson includes a grammar focus with clear explanations and practice exercises.

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