Introduction
In this lesson students hear a man being interviewed about his life in London. He talks about the different parts of London he has lived in and how things have changed in these areas. First, students learn about some areas of London using Google maps and images. Alternatives are provided for classrooms without internet connection. Students then move on to listening tasks, which focus them on reading between the lines of what the man says and understanding inferred meaning. The lesson finishes with written and speaking activities to practise using ‘used to’ and ‘didn’t use to’ to describe past states and habits.
A student worksheet accompanies this lesson. However, teachers can use a presentation for a no-printing option.
Learning outcomes
- Listen to an interview and understand some details
- Develop ability to understand inferred meaning from a spoken text
- Practise using 'used to' to talk about past habits and states
Age and level
13-17, Adults (B1+)
Time
Approximately 55-65 minutes
Materials
The following materials can be downloaded below.
- Lesson plan
- Presentation
- Student worksheet
- Audio file
- Transcript
In addition, maps / images showing the following areas of London would be useful: Islington, Regent's Park, Bloomsbury, King's Cross, The West End, Hampstead Heath, Tufnell Park
Note: They are not essential to the lesson