With this lesson, students will master advanced idioms and storytelling techniques through the dramatic narrative of Scarface’s downfall. They’ll learn expressions such as “pay the price,” “keep your head down,” “go into full gear,” “put a strain on,” and many more! Perfect for enhancing their ability to discuss the consequences of actions and character development in complex stories.
lesson overview
This B2-C1 level ESL lesson delves into the rise and fall of Tony Montana, the infamous anti-hero from the classic movie Scarface, and delves into idiomatic expressions and narrative techniques. The lesson is available in both printable format for traditional classrooms and a digital 16:9 PDF presentation. The user-friendly digital format allows easy navigation in presentation mode with just a click of the spacebar, requiring no additional software.
Target Audience:
- Level: B2-C1 (Upper-Intermediate to Advanced)
- Best for: Adults and older teenagers
Content Breakdown:
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- Warm-Up Activity
- Video Exploration & Analysis
- Vocabulary Matching Activity
- Choose Correct Alternative
- Fill-in-the-Gaps Exercise
- Storytelling Practice – Speaking Activity
- Final Discussion
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Extra Language Immersion:
Reading and Quiz:
Includes an article on notorious villains paired with a true or false activity, and an additional discussion set to deepen understanding of the lesson’s themes.