With this lesson, students will explore idioms like “every cloud has a silver lining,” “rain on someone’s parade,” “throw cold water on someone,” and “take a rain check.” They’ll learn how to use these expressions in various contexts and enhance their understanding of weather-related idioms.
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lesson overview
This B1-B2 level English lesson focuses on commonly used idioms connected to rain, such as “take a rain check” and “save for a rainy day,” helping learners understand and confidently use these expressions in everyday conversations. 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: B1-B2 (Intermediate to Upper-Intermediate)
- Best for: Adults and older teenagers
Content Breakdown:
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- Warm-Up Activity
- Fill in the Gaps
- Choose Correct Idiom Alternative
- Choose Correct Meaning
- Fill in Short Dialogues
- Role-Play Activity: Respond to Situations
- Discuss the Statements
- Final Discussion
Extra Language Immersion:
Reading and Quiz:
This section includes a video exploration focused on the concept of acid rain, and its environmental impact. Students engage with the content through a True or False quiz, reinforcing comprehension.