Hypothetical Possibilities with "if"
Intermediate level
Description
Materials
Main Aims
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To provide clarification of hypothetical possibilities with "if". in the context of Social Responsibilities.
Subsidiary Aims
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To provide fluency speaking practice in a conversation about "what would you do under certain circumstances"
Procedure (41 minutes)
T tells SS about the job they imagined having when they grow up. T asks SS to tell about things they imagined to do or to have. SS speak about imagnary situations.
T hands SS handout 1 that includes 5 words that are included in the article they are going to read and their definitions to match. SS checks answers with their partners and T monitors. T shows answers on the board if necessary. T teaches income (n.) and drink-drive (v.) if necessary
T shows SS the article they are going to read and the questions they are going to answer. Ss read and discuss what would be different in Egypt.
T hands SS small pieces of paper that include parts of hypothetical if structure. T asks SS to find the words n the pieces of paper in the article. T clarifies the meaning of would. T clarifies the pronunciation of would (I'd) T displays the structure on the board.
Control Practice ex 1 page 97