Summary
This 60-minute ESL lesson for B2 learners explores Making introductions: using body language and clear speech 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.
- Warm-up — Discussion questions to activate what you already know about the topic.
- Watch — Watch the video and note the main arguments and examples.
- Comprehension — Answer questions to check your understanding of the main ideas and supporting details.
- Vocabulary — Learn key words and expressions from the video, with definitions and usage notes.
- True / False — Test your detailed understanding — decide if each statement matches the source.
- 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:
- Break the ice — to say or do something to make people feel more relaxed and comfortable when they first meet.
- Come across as... — to seem to have particular qualities; to make a particular impression on someone.
- Read the room — to understand the general mood and feelings of the people in a particular situation or place.
- Establish rapport — to build a good relationship and understanding with someone, where you can communicate well together.
- Put someone at ease — to make someone feel comfortable, relaxed, and not nervous.
Grammar
This lesson includes a grammar focus with clear explanations and practice exercises.
