With this lesson, students will expand their vocabulary by mastering advanced adjectives like ‘soul-stirring,’ ‘captivating,’ and ‘groundbreaking,’ along with idioms such as ‘steal the show,’ ‘pull out all the stops,’ and ‘hit it out of the park.’ Perfect for helping learners confidently describe award-winning works and express opinions in meaningful conversations.
lesson overview
This B2-C1 level ESL lesson explores the excitement and significance of award shows like the Oscars, Grammys, and Emmys, while teaching advanced vocabulary and idiomatic expressions. 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 teenagers
Content Breakdown:
- Pre-Class Task
- Warm-Up Activity
- Matching Exercise
- Idiomatic Expressions Introduction
- Fill In The Gaps
- Advanced Adjectives Match-Up
- Discussion About Award-Winning Works
- Role-Play: Award Show
- Final Discussion
HOMEWORK (Extra Language Immersion):
Reading and Quiz:
Engage with an article exploring the history and controversies of the Oscars, followed by a true/false quiz to enhance comprehension and critical thinking.