Summary
This ESL lesson for B2 English students explores Pronouns and language. Using a real video as the basis for discussion, students develop reading and listening comprehension, vocabulary, and grammar skills across a 90-minute class.
The grammar focus is Inclusive vs. Exclusive 'we'. Key vocabulary includes convenience (noun), substitute (noun), fuss (noun) and more, all drawn directly from the source material. The practical English section gives students useful phrases for real-life situations: You are in a professional or social setting and want to ensure you use the correct pronouns for people you meet, and share your own..
Activities
- A warm-up discussion to activate prior knowledge and get students thinking about the topic before watching or reading.
- Comprehension exercises based on the video to check understanding of the main ideas and key details.
- A grammar focus on Inclusive vs. Exclusive 'we'. The pronoun 'we' seems simple, but its meaning can change depending on the context. It's important to understand who is included in the 'we'.
- Vocabulary expansion with advanced expressions related to Pronouns and language not found in the source material.
- Practical English phrases for You are in a professional or social setting and want to ensure you use the correct pronouns for people you meet, and share your own., with exercises to practise using them naturally.
- A speaking task where students role-play a real-world scenario, applying vocabulary and phrases from the lesson.
Vocabulary focus
The vocabulary section introduces B2-level words and phrases related to Pronouns and language. Key terms include convenience (noun), substitute (noun), fuss (noun), history buff (noun phrase), catchall (adjective). Students practise using these terms in context through exercises drawn from the source material.
Grammar focus
This lesson focuses on Inclusive vs. Exclusive 'we'. The pronoun 'we' seems simple, but its meaning can change depending on the context. It's important to understand who is included in the 'we'.
