Protesting

Protesting

This ESL lesson plan explores the topic of protesting in an individual setting, targeting B2-level adults. Students will learn key vocabulary and practice speaking skills by discussing peaceful protests versus riots, sharing opinions on activism, and reflecting on historical events. The lesson focuses on improving the ability to explain viewpoints, engage in debates, and evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of different forms of social protest, making it both educational and thought-provoking.

Skills

  • Can explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.
Online Interactive
Based on CEFR
Fully Customizable
1

Fill in the blanks with the correct words to explain the difference between peaceful protests and riots.

property damage
spontaneous reaction
organized events
confrontations
chaos and violence
respectfully
Protests are public demonstrations expressing disapproval or objection to something. Peaceful protests are
where participants gather to express their views without engaging in violence. These demonstrations often involve marches, sit-ins, or rallies with speakers and signs. Protests aim to maintain calm and
express their opinion.
Riots, on the other hand, are characterized by disturbance of the peace,
. They often arise from tension during a protest or as a
to an event. Riots can involve
, looting, and
with law enforcement.
2

Share your opinion on the following questions.

3

Glossary

4

Read the text to discover two historical events related to protesting in the United States. What are the two events?

5

Discuss the following questions.

6

Read these opinions. Which one do you agree with the most and why?

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