MasterChef Junior TV Show
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MasterChef Junior TV Show

This engaging English lesson plan is based on the TV show MasterChef Junior, and is designed to enhance ESL students’ listening, speaking, and writing skills. Students will learn to recognize main points and discuss similar TV programs.

Skills

  • Can catch the main points in TV programmes on familiar topics when the delivery is relatively slow and clear.
Online Interactive
Based on CEFR
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1

Take a look at this vocabulary list: match the words with their definitions. Which TV program might use such words?

2

Watch the first part of the video (00:00-1:45) and answer the questions below.

3

Watch the second part of the video (1:45-3:10) and answer the questions.

4

Unscramble the words to form advantages and disadvantages. Decide which are pros and which are cons, and explain whether you agree or disagree with them.

5

Would you like to take part in this show? Let's imagine you're in.

6

Express your opinion by answering the following questions.

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