This C1 lesson plan focuses on expanding vocabulary related to the consequences of our decisions. It also covers the use of “wish”and “if only” to express regrets.
Warm-up
We’ll start with students sharing the feelings evoked by two Picasso paintings.
Video
A viewing of “Pizza delivery guy gets insulted, Internet gets revenge” will serve as a conversation starter. Post-viewing, we’ll explore the video content via a series of questions.
Grammar
This part of the lesson will introduce “wish”and “if only” as means of expressing regrets. A number of useful examples will be provided to ease the learning experience.
Exercises
Students will have the chance to practice their new knowledge by rewriting sentences using “wish” and “if only.”
Pick a card
Students pick a card that reveals a description of a situation that elicits regret. They are asked to describe the regret using “wish” and “if only.”
Reading
The students will read a short text about regrets and answer the questions that follow.
Discussion
The lesson concludes with an exercise where students discuss the consequences of their actions.
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