Which Side Are You On?
ESL Lesson PlansWhich Side Are You On?

Which Side Are You On?

This engaging B1 ESL lesson for adults helps learners practice giving and justifying opinions through a fun theme inspired by Star Wars. Students explore ideas like heroes vs villains while using key phrases such as I think, In my opinion, and because. The lesson includes speaking tasks, vocabulary activities, and group discussions, making it ideal for developing fluency and confidence in real-life communication.

Skills

  • Can briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions, plans and actions.
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1

Discuss the questions.

1
Do you prefer heroes or villains in films?
2
Can a villain ever be right?
3
What makes someone “good” or “bad”?
2

Look at the image. Who are these characters? Which one is good and which one is bad? Give one reason.

3

Sort the phrases into the right groups.

4

Work in groups. Choose one statement. Say if you agree or disagree. Give reasons.

5

You are making a film. Create a hero or villain.

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