Theme: Conspiracy Theories
课程介绍
The Truth Is Out There...
A 45–60 Minute One-on-One Conversation Lesson
Theme: Conspiracy Theories
Grammar Focus:
Modals of Deduction
- must
- might
- may
- could
- can't
Warm-Up
Conspiracy or Fact?
Students have to discuss if the following theories are conspiracy or facts
Presentation
Grammar focus :
Conspiracy or Fact?
Students have to discuss if the following theories are conspiracy or facts
- The CIA once investigated psychic spies.
- A town in Alaska experienced months of darkness.
- Some governments have experimented with weather modification.
- Humans use only 10% of their brains.
Presentation
Grammar focus :
Write examples:
- He must be telling the truth.
- They might know something.
- It could be fake.
- That can't be possible.
Which shows uncertainty?
Which shows centainty?
Practice
Activity 1: The Evidence Board
HEADLINE NEWS!!!!
WELL KNOWN BILLIONAIRE HAS DISSAPPEARED!!
Evidence:
✔ His private jet was found.
✔ His phone was switched off.
✔ A large cash withdrawal occurred.
✔ A secret note says: “ I know too much”
Task:
Pretend you are a “couch” detective and speculate what happened??
Bring all the drama!!!
Activity 2: Conspiracy Theory Ranking
Let’s discuss the theories
Use the following phrases to discuss what would convince you
- It might be possible because...
- It could happen if...
- That can't be true because...
- There must be another explanation.
Theories
- UFO cover-ups
- Secret societies controlling world events
- Time travellers among us
- Governments listening through devices
- The existence of hidden ancient civilizations
Activity 3: Create Your Own Conspiracy
Create a conspiracy theory involving something completely ordinary.
Examples:
- Coffee shops
- Pigeons
- Traffic lights
- Supermarkets
- Wi-Fi
Use the following “Interview questions” to guide you
- What evidence do you have?
- Why is this happening?
- Who benefits?
- Why hasn't anyone exposed it?
Defend your theory by using the modals : must ; might ; may ;
could ; can’t
Production
Production
Bonus Activity
Wrap-Up
Challenge:
- A red key
- A photograph
- A missing scientist
Create the craziest possible explanation connecting all three.
Wrap-Up
Which theory:
- was most convincing?
- was funniest?
- could actually be true?
Complete this sentence:
If I discovered a real conspiracy tomorrow, I would..
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