This lesson focuses on a dramatic news story involving a shooting incident with former President Donald Trump. It is designed for upper-intermediate students interested in news, social issues, and politics. The lesson includes engaging discussion sections and a comprehensive breakdown of the incident spread over 5 reading pages. Students will explore useful vocabulary related to the topic, with extensive practice in analyzing sentences and finding synonyms using Google. A hot seat speaking section encourages critical thinking, challenging questions, and in-depth political discussion. The final page features an opinion video that can be used as homework to help consolidate knowledge and reinforce learning.
| Type | Level | Vocabulary | Lesson Time |
| Regular Lesson | B2 / Upper-Intermediate | 14 words | 60-80 min |
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Vocabulary
- rally
- to assassinate
- to unfold
- crucial
- threat
- rifle
- to pierce
- to duck
- to neutralize
- to chant
- suspicious
- to evaluate
- to condemn
- defiant
Contents
- Lead-in
- Vocabulary preview
- Matching
- Reading
- The rally begins
- Gathering in Pennsylvania
- The assassination attempt
- Aftermath and reactions
- Unanswered questions
- Questions
- Vocabulary practice
- Synonyms
- Hot seat
- Extra video (6:11 min)
