B1

Personal pronouns: using 'I', 'me', and 'myself' correctly

Personal pronouns — a B1 English lesson. Practise using 'I', 'me', and 'myself' correctly and expand your vocabulary for clear communication.

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Contents

Summary

This 60-minute ESL lesson for B1 learners explores Personal pronouns: using 'I', 'me', and 'myself' correctly 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

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 get your point across — to succeed in making other people understand what you mean.
  • A rule of thumb — a practical and useful principle that is not always exact.
  • To mix something up — to confuse two or more things with each other.
  • To express oneself — to communicate your personal thoughts or feelings.
  • Speaking for myself — a phrase used to emphasize that you are only giving your own opinion.

Grammar

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