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Conversation Intermediate · Module 15 · Unit 72

Fictional vs. Real Societies

Pre B2 Intermediate

Learning Objectives

During today s lesson, you will talk about famous dystopian stories and build vocabulary for real-life conversations.

Discussion

Direction: Answer these questions.
  1. What are some famous dystopian stories you know?
  2. Why are these stories so popular?
  3. Do you think they are warnings for the future?

New Words & Expressions

Direction: Listen and repeat these words with your teacher.

  • Fiction

    noun

    /ˈfɪkʃən/

    Meaning:Literature that describes imaginary events.

    I read a lot of science fiction.

    Real Life Tip:

    Very popular category of books.

  • Warning

    noun

    /ˈwɔːrnɪŋ/

    Meaning:A statement or event indicating a possible danger.

    The book was a warning about the future.

    Real Life Tip:

    Used in many life contexts.

  • Look into

    phrasal verb

    /lʊk ˈɪntuː/

    Meaning:To investigate or examine.

    I want to look into that author.

    Real Life Tip:

    Professional and common phrasing.

  • Eye-opening

    idiom

    /ˈaɪˌoʊpnɪŋ/

    Meaning:Surprising and revealing.

    That story was truly eye-opening.

    Real Life Tip:

    Describes a change in perspective.

  • Mind-blowing

    slang

    /ˈmaɪndˌbloʊɪŋ/

    Meaning:Very surprising or overwhelming.

    The plot twist was mind-blowing.

    Real Life Tip:

    Used to express deep amazement.

Conversation

Direction:

  • Listen carefully as your teacher reads the conversation aloud.
  • Role-play the conversation with your teacher
James and Sarah are recommending books to each other.
  • James
    Have you read any good dystopian fiction lately?
  • Sarah
    Yes, I just finished a book that was eye-opening.
  • James
    Really? Was it about a warning for the future?

Q&A

Direction: Answer the questions based on the conversation.
  1. What genre of books are they talking about?
  2. How did Sarah describe the book she finished?
  3. What will James do regarding the book?

Exercise

Direction: Choose the correct answer to complete each sentence, then read it aloud. Each question gives you 5 Points.

  1. What is fiction?

  2. What is a warning?

  3. I need to look ____ that book.

  4. That was an ____ experience.

  5. was / mind / blowing / it

  6. into / I / will / look / that

Ask Your Teacher

Direction: Ask your teacher these questions.
  1. What makes a story mind-blowing?
  2. Are dystopian stories good warnings?
  3. Do you enjoy reading fiction?

Your Time To Speak

Direction: Answer using the language you have learned in this lesson. Talk about yourself!
  1. What is your favorite book?
  2. Have you had an eye-opening moment?
  3. Do you look into new authors?
  4. Is fiction better than reality?
  5. What is a mind-blowing fact?
  6. Do you see warnings in the news?
  7. Who is your favorite author?
  8. Are you reading anything now?
  9. Do you like scary stories?
  10. Is reading a good habit?
Sarah
Yes, and the ending was totally mind-blowing.
  • James
    I definitely need to look into that title.
  • Sarah
    I will send you the link later.
  • James
    Thanks! I love those kinds of stories.
  • Sarah
    No problem, you will enjoy it!