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Speaking, Vocabulary, Critical Thinking, Conversation.
Description
“Pets & People” – Intermediate/Advanced Online Lesson
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Age: Teens/Adults
Length: 20 minutes
Focus: Speaking, Vocabulary, Critical Thinking, Conversation
Tools Needed:
Screen sharing: Microsoft Word and Images.
Chatbox
🔹 1. Warm-Up Discussion (3–4 minutes)
Question: “Are pets family members or just animals?”
Ask students to respond with:
"I think pets are family because..."
"In my opinion, pets are just animals because..."
Follow-up Questions:
Do you have a pet?
What kind of pet would you like to have? Why?
🔹 2. Vocabulary Builder (3–4 minutes)
Introduce 6–8 useful or topic-specific words/phrases:
Word/PhraseExample Sentence
Companion animalPets are often called companion animals.
DomesticatedDogs were domesticated thousands of years ago.
Pet therapyPet therapy can help reduce stress.
Exotic petsSome people keep snakes or parrots as exotic pets.
Responsible ownershipResponsible pet ownership includes regular vet visits.
AbandonmentPet abandonment is a growing concern.
✅ Quick Task:
Ask students to match words with definitions (using Jamboard or chat), or create 1 sentence using a chosen word.
🔹 3. Main Speaking Task (7–8 minutes)
💬 Discussion Prompts (choose 2–3 depending on time):
1. What are the benefits and drawbacks of owning a pet?
2. Should people be allowed to own exotic animals like tigers or monkeys?
3. What responsibilities should pet owners have?
4. Do pets improve mental health? How?
5. Do animals have emotions? Give examples.
👥 Breakout Rooms Option:
Small groups discuss for 3 minutes and then share ideas in the main room.
🧠 Alternative: Use Jamboard or a shared Google Doc to collect ideas as a class.
🔹 4. Wrap-Up & Homework (1–2 minutes)
Review Questions:
What did you learn about pets today?
Has your opinion about pet ownership changed?
Homework (choose one):
1. Short Opinion Paragraph (100–150 words):
“Should people be allowed to own exotic pets?”
2. Pet Profile:
Write a description of a real or imaginary pet, including its habits, personality, and needs.
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